2-Methylbutyric Acid
2-Methylbutyric acid is a naturally occurring branched saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in flavors and fragrances. HTS 2915.90.50 classification as other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If diluted food flavor mixture <20% concentration
Flavor mixtures prepared for retail classify under Chapter 33.
If sorbitol solution containing acid
Mixtures with carbohydrates exceed chemical compound purity threshold.
If meets named acid specifications
Specific acids enumerated separately from 'other' category.
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• Provide peroxide value test results (<5 meq/kg) for transport safety
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Isobutyric Acid
Isobutyric acid (2-methylpropanoic acid) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in organic synthesis, flavor production, and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 2915.90.50 as a chemically defined saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid not specifically named elsewhere in heading 2915.
Pivalic Acid
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2-Ethylhexanoic Acid
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Neodecanoic Acid
Neodecanoic acid (versatic acid) is a highly branched saturated acyclic C10 monocarboxylic acid used in synthetic lubricants and polymer additives. Falls under HTS 2915.90.50 as unspecified saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Valproic Acid
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Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid is technically saturated but classified here when imported as acyclic acid precursor. Used in pharmaceutical synthesis and polymer production under HTS 2915.90.50.