Valeric Acid from Canada
Valeric acid (pentanoic acid) is a straight-chain saturated monocarboxylic acid used in flavors, fragrances, and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2915.29.50.00 as 'other' saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids excluding acetic acid.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include GC-MS analysis confirming C5 chain length to distinguish from butyric or caproic acids
• Declare flash point and vapor pressure for proper hazmat classification (UN 3265)
• Verify not mixed with isomers that might push to Chapter 27 hydrocarbons