Chapter 2915 — Customs Tariff Headings
Subheadings
Products classified under Tariff item 29.15
Electronic Cleaning Formic Acid 10%
A 10% aqueous solution of formic acid used for removing flux from printed circuit boards in electronics manufacturing. The low concentration prevents corrosion during precision cleaning while retaining the chemical identity of formic acid.
2915.11.00Formic Acid 85% Technical Grade
Formic acid at 85% concentration in aqueous solution, used in industrial applications such as leather tanning, textile processing, and pH adjustment. The product is a chemically defined compound dissolved in water, meeting the requirements of Chapter 29.
2915.11.00Formic Acid 94-100% Anhydrous Grade
High-purity formic acid at 94-100% concentration, suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. As a chemically defined organic compound, it falls directly under tariff item 2915.11.00 without further dilution or additives.
2915.11.00Formic Acid Anti-Dusting Grade
85% formic acid with an added anti-dusting agent to facilitate safe handling in bulk powder processing. The additive does not alter the product's general use, making it classifiable under Chapter 29 per Note 1(g).
2915.11.00Formic Acid for Beehive Treatment
75% formic acid strips used for Varroa mite control in beekeeping, applied through evaporation in hives. The product is a diluted formic acid solution, classifiable under Chapter 29 as a chemically defined compound in water.
2915.11.00Formic Acid for Dye Vat Neutralization
90% formic acid used for pH control in reactive dye baths during textile wet processing. As a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid in aqueous solution, it is classifiable under tariff item 2915.11.00.
2915.11.00Formic Acid for Wastewater pH Adjustment
Technical 90% formic acid used for industrial effluent neutralization in wastewater treatment. The product is a biodegradable acid alternative to mineral acids, classifiable as a chemically defined compound under tariff item 2915.11.00.
2915.11.00Formic Acid with Stabilizer for Textile Dyeing
85% formic acid containing a polymerization stabilizer for preservation during transport. The stabilizer is necessary for the product's stability and does not make it suitable for a specific use, per Chapter 29 Note 1(f).
2915.11.00Industrial Formic Acid 80% for Silage Preservation
80% formic acid formulated for agricultural silage preservation, used to lower pH in livestock feed fermentation. The product remains a chemically defined formic acid solution, classifiable under Chapter 29.
2915.11.00Leather Tanning Formic Acid 88%
88% formic acid optimized for leather deliming and pickling in tannery wet processing. As a chemically defined formic acid solution, it is classifiable under tariff item 2915.11.00.
2915.11.00Metal Cleaning Formic Acid 20%
20% formic acid solution for rust removal and metal surface preparation. The dilution in water does not alter its classification as formic acid under Chapter 29, per Note 1(d).
2915.11.00Pharmaceutical Intermediate Formic Acid
99% formic acid for synthesis of formamides and formates in API production. The high purity and chemical definition align with Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
2915.11.00Pharma-Grade Formic Acid USP/NF
Ultra-pure formic acid meeting USP/NF standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its high assay and lack of impurities make it a chemically defined compound classifiable under tariff item 2915.11.00.
2915.11.00Rubber Vulcanization Formic Acid
Technical formic acid used as a coagulant in latex processing for natural rubber production. The product is a chemically defined compound, classifiable under tariff item 2915.11.00.
2915.11.00Swine Feed Acidifier Formic Acid 65%
65% formic acid for drinking water acidification in pig farming, used to reduce gut pH and control pathogens. The product is a diluted formic acid solution, classifiable under Chapter 29.
2915.12.00Ammonium Formate
Ammonium formate is the ammonium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used as a reducing agent in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a food additive for baked goods. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Barium Formate
Barium formate is the barium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used in specialty lubricants and as a precursor for barium chemicals. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Calcium Formate
Calcium formate is the calcium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is widely used as a concrete accelerator, feed additive for livestock, and in leather production. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Cesium Formate
Cesium formate is the cesium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is a high-density formate salt used in ultra-deep oil well drilling fluids. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Formic Acid Sodium Salt Dihydrate
Sodium formate dihydrate is the dihydrate form of sodium formate, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is preferred for its stability in textile dyeing and as a mordant. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00, including solvates per Chapter notes.
2915.12.00Lithium Formate
Lithium formate is the lithium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used in lithium battery electrolytes and pharmaceutical intermediates. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Magnesium Formate
Magnesium formate is the magnesium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is utilized in flame retardants and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Potassium Formate
Potassium formate is the potassium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It serves as a drilling fluid additive in oil and gas extraction and as a snow-melting agent, being biodegradable and low-toxicity. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Rubidium Formate
Rubidium formate is the rubidium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is a specialty chemical used in research and as a component in high-tech ceramics. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.12.00Sodium Formate
Sodium formate is the sodium salt of formic acid, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is a white crystalline powder used in industrial applications such as de-icing, leather tanning, and as a buffering agent. As a salt of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.12.00.
2915.13.001-Naphthyl Formate
1-Naphthyl formate is an ester formed from 1-naphthol and formic acid, featuring a bicyclic aromatic structure. It is used primarily as an intermediate in agrochemical synthesis and as an analytical standard. As an ester of formic acid, it falls under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.002-Naphthyl Formate
2-Naphthyl formate is the formic acid ester of 2-naphthol, a bicyclic aromatic compound. It is employed in dye synthesis and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. This ester of formic acid is correctly classified under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.004-Nitrophenyl Formate
4-Nitrophenyl formate is a nitrated aromatic ester of formic acid, with the nitro group on the phenolic ring. It is used in organic synthesis and as a reagent. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00, with nitrated derivatives included per Chapter 29 notes.
2915.13.00Allyl Formate
Allyl formate is an unsaturated ester of formic acid used as a reactive intermediate in polymer and pharmaceutical synthesis. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00, regardless of the unsaturation in the alcohol moiety.
2915.13.00Amyl Formate
Amyl formate, also known as pentyl formate, is an ester of formic acid used in flavorings and as an industrial solvent. It is a separate chemically defined compound and falls under tariff item 2915.13.00 as an ester of formic acid.
2915.13.00Benzyl Formate
Benzyl formate is the formic acid ester of benzyl alcohol, featuring an aromatic benzyl group. It is widely used in perfumery and flavoring. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.00Bornyl Formate
Bornyl formate is a terpenoid formic ester that provides pine-like fragrance notes in perfumes. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00, provided it is a separate chemically defined compound.
2915.13.00Ethyl Formate FCC Grade
Ethyl formate FCC grade is a high-purity ester of formic acid meeting food chemical codex standards for use as a flavoring and fumigant. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.00Isobutyl Formate
Isobutyl formate is an ester of formic acid used as a volatile solvent in inks and adhesives. It is a separate chemically defined compound and falls under tariff item 2915.13.00 as an ester of formic acid.
2915.13.00Isopropyl Formate
Isopropyl formate is an ester of formic acid used as a flavoring agent and extraction solvent in food and pharmaceutical industries. As a separate chemically defined compound, it falls under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.00Methyl Formate
Methyl formate is a simple ester of formic acid used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and as a fumigant. It is a separate chemically defined compound and falls under tariff item 2915.13.00 as an ester of formic acid.
2915.13.00n-Butyl Formate
n-Butyl formate is an ester of formic acid used as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and perfume manufacturing. It is a separate chemically defined compound and falls under tariff item 2915.13.00 as an ester of formic acid.
2915.13.00p-Cresyl Formate
p-Cresyl formate is the formic ester of 4-methylphenol, an alkyl-substituted aromatic compound. It is used in the production of synthetic musks and fragrances. This ester of formic acid falls under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.00Phenethyl Formate
Phenethyl formate features a benzene ring with an ethyl formate chain, qualifying as an aromatic formic acid ester. It is utilized in flavor chemistry and as a plasticizer. As an ester of formic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.13.00Phenyl Formate
Phenyl formate is an aromatic ester of formic acid where the formate group is esterified with phenol. It is used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate. This ester of formic acid falls under tariff item 2915.13.00.
2915.21.00Acetic Acid with Emetic Additive
Acetic acid with an added emetic for safety identification. The addition is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(g) as it does not render the product particularly suitable for a specific use rather than general use.
2915.21.00ACS Reagent Grade Acetic Acid
High-purity acetic acid meeting ACS reagent grade standards for laboratory analysis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound with minimal impurities, classifiable under this tariff item.
2915.21.00Dilute Acetic Acid 10% Lab Reagent
A 10% aqueous solution of acetic acid for educational laboratory use. The water dissolution is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(d) as it does not make the product suitable for a specific use.
2915.21.00Food-Grade Acetic Acid 99%
Purified acetic acid at 99% concentration for food processing applications, such as vinegar production. It is a separate chemically defined compound and not excluded by Chapter 29 notes.
2915.21.00Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8%
Glacial acetic acid at 99.8% purity, a highly concentrated form with minimal water content. It is a separate chemically defined saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
2915.21.00High-Purity Acetic Acid for Semiconductors
Ultra-pure acetic acid at 99.999% purity for semiconductor etching applications. Despite the high purity, it remains a chemically defined acetic acid classifiable under this tariff item.
2915.21.00Industrial Acetic Acid 80% Solution
An 80% aqueous solution of acetic acid for textile dyeing and polymer production. The water solution is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(d) as it does not confer specific use.
2915.21.00Pharmaceutical Acetic Acid USP
USP-grade acetic acid for pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid meeting purity standards and not excluded by Chapter 29 notes.
2915.21.00Synthetic Acetic Acid from Methanol Carbonylation
Acetic acid produced via methanol carbonylation, chemically identical to other forms. The production method does not affect classification as a separate organic compound.
2915.21.00Technical Grade Acetic Acid 98%
Technical-grade 98% acetic acid for industrial applications such as plastics and solvents. It is a pure chemically defined compound with minimal impurities.
2915.24.00Acetic Anhydride 80% Aqueous Solution
An 80% aqueous solution of acetic anhydride, prepared for safer transport and handling before final dilution. It falls under tariff item 2915.24.00 because Chapter 29 Note 1(d) permits products of chemically defined organic compounds dissolved in water, provided the solution is a normal and necessary method of putting up for safety or transport.
2915.24.00Acetic Anhydride 99% Pure Industrial Grade
Pure industrial-grade acetic anhydride at 99% purity, a clear colorless liquid used primarily in chemical synthesis for acetylation reactions. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound (acetic anhydride) and falls under tariff item 2915.24.00 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid anhydride.
2915.24.00Acetic Anhydride with 1% Stabilizer
Acetic anhydride stabilized with 1% hydroquinone to prevent polymerization during storage and transport. It qualifies under tariff item 2915.24.00 per Chapter 29 Note 1(f), which allows added stabilizers necessary for preservation or transport, provided they do not make the product suitable for a specific use.
2915.24.00Distilled Acetic Anhydride for Plastics
Freshly distilled acetic anhydride for manufacturing cellulose acetate plastics and films. It is a pure anhydride, not a mixture or excluded product, and falls under tariff item 2915.24.00 as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
2915.24.00Glacial Acetic Anhydride Lab Reagent
High-purity glacial acetic anhydride used as a lab reagent for acetylation in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is a chemically defined organic compound and falls under tariff item 2915.24.00 as the pure anhydride of acetic acid.
2915.24.00Industrial Acetic Anhydride Bulk Drums
Bulk acetic anhydride packaged in 400L steel drums for industrial cellulose acetate production. It falls under tariff item 2915.24.00 as pure saturated acyclic monocarboxylic anhydride, and packaging does not affect classification under Chapter 29.
2915.24.00Pharmaceutical Grade Acetic Anhydride
Ultra-pure acetic anhydride meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis like aspirin production. It is a chemically defined acetic anhydride and falls under tariff item 2915.24.00, prior to Note 3's last-in-order rule.
2915.29.00ACS Reagent Cupric Acetate Monohydrate
ACS reagent-grade cupric acetate monohydrate is a chemically defined copper salt of acetic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used for precise laboratory titrations and spectroscopy, and its high purity ensures reliable analytical results. This product falls under tariff item 2915.29.00 as 'other' salts of acetic acid.
2915.29.00Anhydrous Sodium Acetate Powder
Anhydrous sodium acetate is the pure, water-free salt of acetic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used in textile dyeing, photography, and as a reagent in organic synthesis. This product is classified under tariff item 2915.29.00 as 'other' acetic acid salts.
2915.29.00Bulk Sodium Acetate for Textile Dyeing
Industrial bulk sodium acetate is used as a neutralizing agent and pH buffer in textile dyeing and printing. As a chemically defined sodium salt of acetic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2915.29.00. The industrial application does not change its classification as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid salt.