α-Resorcylic Acid
α-Resorcylic acid (2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid) is a dihydroxybenzoic acid with two phenolic hydroxyl groups and a carboxylic acid group. It is classified under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function. It is used in pharmaceuticals and as a biochemical reagent.
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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Related Products under Tariff item 2918.29.00
1-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid
1-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid is a chemically defined organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid group and a phenolic hydroxyl group on a naphthalene ring. It falls under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function, not more specifically covered elsewhere in the chapter. It is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals.
1-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid Phenyl Ester
1-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid phenyl ester is the phenyl ester derivative of the parent acid, classified with the acid per Chapter 29 ester rules. It retains the phenolic and carboxylic functions and is used in fine chemical synthesis. It falls under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' product of this subheading.
2,3-Cresotic Acid
2,3-Cresotic acid (2,3-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid) is a carboxylic acid with a phenol function, classified under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' product. It is a chemically defined compound used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates. The presence of a methyl group does not remove it from this subheading.
2-Hydroxy-1-Naphthoic Acid
2-Hydroxy-1-naphthoic acid is a phenolic naphthoic acid with a carboxylic acid group and a hydroxyl group on adjacent positions. It is classified under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function. It is widely used in the synthesis of azo dyes and pharmaceutical intermediates.
2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Calcium Salt
2-Hydroxybenzoic acid calcium salt (calcium salicylate) is the calcium salt of salicylic acid, classified with the parent acid under Chapter 29 salt rules. It falls under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function. It is used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.
3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Aqueous Solution 30%
3-Hydroxybenzoic acid aqueous solution 30% is a solution of a chemically defined compound in water, which qualifies under Chapter 29 note 1(d). It is classified under tariff item 2918.29.00 as an 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function. This transport-stable liquid form is used in cosmetics and chemical synthesis.