Resorcinol Sodium Salt
Resorcinol Sodium Salt is the sodium salt of resorcinol, a water-soluble compound used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Tariff item 2907.21.00 explicitly covers resorcinol and its salts, making this product classifiable under this item. As an inorganic salt of an organic compound, it is classified with the parent organic compound per Chapter 29 note 5(C).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a double or complex silicate
Double or complex silicates are classified in heading 28.42.
If combined with vitamin derivatives
Products containing vitamins or provitamins may be classified in heading 29.36.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the exact salt form and stoichiometry on the certificate of analysis
• Ensure the product is not contaminated with free resorcinol or other impurities that could affect classification
• Consult the CBSA for guidance on whether the salt requires any special permits
Related Products under Tariff item 2907.21.00
Pharmaceutical Grade Resorcinol USP
Pharmaceutical Grade Resorcinol USP is a high-purity form of resorcinol (1,3-dihydroxybenzene) conforming to United States Pharmacopeia standards. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound used primarily as an antiseptic and keratolytic agent in dermatological preparations. This product falls under tariff item 2907.21.00 as resorcinol and its salts, regardless of its medicinal grade.
Resorcinol (1,3-Dihydroxybenzene)
Resorcinol (1,3-Dihydroxybenzene) is a white crystalline solid with two hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring at the 1 and 3 positions, making it a polyphenol. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it is classified under tariff item 2907.21.00, which covers resorcinol and its salts. This product is used in various industrial and pharmaceutical applications.
Resorcinol for Rubber Vulcanization
Resorcinol for Rubber Vulcanization is a technical-grade resorcinol used as a tackifier and bonding agent in rubber tire manufacturing. It meets industrial purity standards for crosslinking in synthetic rubber compounds. As resorcinol itself, it is classified under tariff item 2907.21.00, which covers resorcinol and its salts, regardless of its intended industrial application.
Resorcinol for UV Absorber Synthesis
Resorcinol for UV Absorber Synthesis is a high-purity resorcinol used as an intermediate in the production of benzotriazole UV absorbers for plastics. It meets specifications for polymer additive manufacturing. This product is classified under tariff item 2907.21.00 as resorcinol, a separate chemically defined organic compound, even though its end use is as a chemical intermediate.
Resorcinol with Stabilizer for Transport
Resorcinol with Stabilizer for Transport contains resorcinol with added stabilizers necessary for preservation during transport, such as anti-oxidants. Chapter 29 note 1(f) permits such additions when they are necessary for preservation or transport and do not render the product particularly suitable for specific use. This product remains classified under tariff item 2907.21.00 as resorcinol.