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Phenylacetic Acid from Canada

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.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

15.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

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

Phenylacetic Acid from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2915.90.20.00