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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If amide derivative like phenylacetamide
Amides of carboxylic acids classify under nitrogen-function compounds in heading 2924.
If in aqueous solution for transport with stabilizer
Exceeds pure compound if solvent additions render suitable for specific use per note (e).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• DEA watch list item; provide end-use statement to avoid scrutiny under controlled substance precursors
• Include GC-MS purity certificate (>98%) as customs often tests for contaminants
• Declare exact CAS (102-09-6) to distinguish from DEA-regulated benzyl cyanide precursors
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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.
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.
Naphthoic Acid
1-Naphthoic acid is a bicyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals. Under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as other aromatic monocarboxylic acid.