Sodium Phenylacetate Equivalent Base
Sodium phenylacetate equivalent base, where the pure acid equivalent is classified here; pure phenylacetic acid serves as a precursor. The acid form is a separate chemically defined compound under tariff item 2916.34.00, while the salt form would be classified under the same item as a salt.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | β | Free |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | β | Free |
| πΊπΈUnited States | Free | β | Free |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | β | Free |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | β | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a different aromatic monocarboxylic acid or salt
Residual heading for other aromatic monocarboxylic acids and derivatives.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ If importing the acid form, classify as 2916.34.00; if importing the sodium salt, it is also covered under the same tariff item as a salt of phenylacetic acid
β’ Provide the exact chemical name and CAS number to CBSA
β’ Verify if a precursor chemical permit is required
Related Products under Tariff item 2916.34.00
Ammonium Phenylacetate
Ammonium salt of phenylacetic acid used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. As a salt of phenylacetic acid, it is classifiable under tariff item 2916.34.00 per Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), which classifies inorganic salts of organic compounds with the parent organic compound.
Barium Phenylacetate
Barium salt of phenylacetic acid used in analytical chemistry standards. As a salt of phenylacetic acid, it is classifiable under tariff item 2916.34.00 per Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), which classifies inorganic salts of organic compounds with the parent organic compound.
High-Purity Phenylacetic Acid for Fragrance Synthesis
Ultra-high purity phenylacetic acid specifically for synthesizing benzyl acetate and other fragrance compounds in perfumery. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classifiable under tariff item 2916.34.00 per Chapter 29 Note 1(a), regardless of its end use.
Industrial Grade Phenylacetic Acid 99%
Industrial-grade phenylacetic acid with 99% purity, a separate chemically defined organic compound used in large-scale chemical manufacturing for synthesizing antibiotics and fragrances. It falls under tariff item 2916.34.00 as phenylacetic acid and its salts, per Chapter 29 Note 1(a).
Industrial Phenylacetic Acid with Emetic Additive
Phenylacetic acid with added emetic for safety identification in industrial handling, preventing accidental ingestion. Per Chapter 29 Note 1(g), the addition of an emetic for safety reasons does not remove it from the chapter, so it remains classifiable under tariff item 2916.34.00.
Phenylacetic Acid
Phenylacetic acid (Ξ±-toluic acid), a white crystalline organic compound with the formula C6H5CH2COOH, used as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classifiable under tariff item 2916.34.00 per Chapter 29 Note 1(a).