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Sorbic Acid 99% Technical Grade from Mexico

Technical grade sorbic acid with 99% minimum purity for general industrial preservation applications including paints, adhesives, and technical fluids. Qualifies under HTS 2916.19.20.00 as chemically defined sorbic acid per Chapter 29 note (a), despite impurities below exclusion thresholds. Cost-effective alternative to food/pharma grades.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Provide assay certificates confirming 99% purity to avoid 'preparations' classification; declare technical grade to distinguish from regulated food/pharma uses; check VOC regulations for certain applications