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p-Toluic Acid

p-Toluic acid (4-methylbenzoic acid) serves as an intermediate in polyester fiber production and pharmaceuticals. It qualifies under HTS 2915.90.20.00 for aromatic monocarboxylic acids other than benzoic acid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+132.0%137.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+104.5%110%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+104.5%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+19.5%19.5%
🇯🇵JapanFree+22.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2917.39Lower: 19% vs 137.5%

If containing phenolic hydroxy group

Polycarboxylic acids or hydroxy-substituted versions move to heading 2917.

2930.90Lower: 16.2% vs 137.5%

If sulfonated derivative

Organo-sulfur compounds with sulfonation classify under heading 2930 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label with exact IUPAC name and concentration to prevent confusion with isomers

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Related Products under HTS 2915.90.20.00

Benzoic Acid

Benzoic acid (C6H5COOH) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used as a food preservative, in pharmaceuticals, and as a chemical intermediate. It falls under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as a saturated aromatic monocarboxylic acid, distinct from its derivatives or anhydrides.

o-Toluic Acid

o-Toluic acid (2-methylbenzoic acid) is a substituted aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Classified under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as an aromatic 'other' saturated monocarboxylic acid.

Phenylacetic Acid

Phenylacetic acid (C6H5CH2COOH) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in penicillin synthesis and as a flavoring agent. Falls under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as a saturated aromatic acid, structurally alpha-toluic acid.

Mandelic Acid

Mandelic acid (hydroxyphenylacetic acid) is an alpha-hydroxy aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in skincare and antibiotics. Classifies under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as aromatic saturated monocarboxylic acid.

4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid

4-Hydroxybenzoic acid is a phenolic aromatic monocarboxylic acid used as preservative (paraben precursor) in cosmetics. Falls under HTS 2915.90.20.00 for aromatic monocarboxylic acids.

Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid (2-hydroxybenzoic acid) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with ortho-hydroxy group, used in acne treatments and aspirin synthesis. Classified in HTS 2915.90.20.00 as aromatic saturated acid.