Gallic Acid (3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic Acid) from Mexico
Gallic acid is a trihydroxybenzoic acid polyphenol used in inks, pharmaceuticals, and as antioxidant. Classified under HTS 2907.29.90.00 as polyphenol though technically carboxylic acid; phenolic functions dominate classification. Occurs naturally in plants, commercially synthesized.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish anhydrous vs hydrate forms in technical specifications
• Include heavy metals analysis for pharmaceutical applications
• Document tannic acid derivation if applicable