4-Phenylbutyric Acid
4-Phenylbutyric acid is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with a phenyl substituent on the butanoic acid chain. It is classified under this tariff item as an aromatic derivative of butanoic acid.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is not a butanoic acid derivative
Other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and derivatives are classified here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the product as a butanoic acid derivative and include the chemical name and CAS number on shipping documents
• If the product is for pharmaceutical use, ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations
• Be prepared to provide a Certificate of Analysis to confirm purity and identity
Related Products under Tariff item 2915.60.00
2-Ethylbutyryl Chloride
2-Ethylbutyryl chloride is the acid chloride of 2-ethylbutanoic acid, a branched butanoic acid derivative. It is classified under this tariff item as a halogenated derivative of butanoic acid and used as a synthetic intermediate for esters.
2-Methylbutyric Acid
2-Methylbutyric acid is a branched C5 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, classified as a butanoic acid derivative. It is employed in cheese flavor reproduction and pharmaceutical applications.
4-(4-Methylphenyl)butyric Acid
4-(4-Methylphenyl)butyric acid is an aromatic butanoic acid derivative with a para-methyl substituted phenyl ring. It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
4-Phenylbutyric Acid Anhydride
4-Phenylbutyric acid anhydride is the symmetric anhydride of 4-phenylbutyric acid, classified with the parent aromatic monocarboxylic acid. It is used as an acylation agent in organic synthesis.
4-Phenylbutyryl Chloride
4-Phenylbutyryl chloride is the acid chloride derivative of 4-phenylbutanoic acid, classified with the parent aromatic acid under Chapter 29 note 5(E). It is a reactive intermediate for ester and amide synthesis.
Benzyl 4-Phenylbutyrate
Benzyl 4-phenylbutyrate is the benzyl ester of 4-phenylbutyric acid, classified with the parent aromatic acid under Chapter 29 ester rules. It is used as a protecting group reagent in peptide synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing.