Benzilic Acid
Benzilic acid (2,2-diphenyl-2-hydroxyacetic acid) is a chemically defined organic compound with a carboxylic acid group and an alcohol function. It is classified under tariff item 2918.17.00 as the specific named compound, regardless of purity or grade.
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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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined compound; impurities are allowed if they do not alter its general use
• Declare the correct 8-digit code 2918.17.00 and provide a certificate of analysis if requested by CBSA
• Verify if the shipment qualifies for any free trade agreement preferential rate
Related Products under Tariff item 2918.17.00
Benzilic Acid Anhydride
Benzilic acid anhydride is a derivative of benzilic acid, formed by dehydration of two acid molecules. It is classified under the same tariff item as the parent acid, per subheading note 1, since derivatives of a named compound are classified with that compound unless more specifically covered elsewhere.
Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade
Pharmaceutical grade benzilic acid (≥99.5% purity) is a separate chemically defined compound meeting USP/EP standards. It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of anticholinergic drugs and falls under tariff item 2918.17.00 as the named compound.
Benzilic Acid Research Grade
Research grade benzilic acid (99.9% purity) is a chemically defined compound used for laboratory research and NMR reference standards. It is classified under tariff item 2918.17.00 as the specific named compound, regardless of its intended use.
Benzilic Acid Sodium Salt
Sodium benzilate, the sodium salt of benzilic acid, is classified under tariff item 2918.17.00 per Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), which states that inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound.
Benzilic Acid Technical Grade
Technical grade benzilic acid (95-98% purity) is a chemically defined organic compound despite minor impurities. It is used in industrial synthesis and falls under tariff item 2918.17.00 as the named compound, per Chapter 29 Note 1(a).
Benzilic Acid with Stabilizer
Benzilic acid with added stabilizer (e.g., 0.1% citric acid) is classified under tariff item 2918.17.00 per Chapter 29 Note 1(f), which allows added stabilizers necessary for preservation or transport, provided they do not alter the product's general use.