Cyclohexylacetic Acid

Cyclohexylacetic acid combines cyclohexane ring with acetic acid chain, used in pharmaceuticals like antibiotics. HTS 2916.20.50.00 classifies it as 'other' cyclanic monocarboxylic acid despite side chain.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2916Same rate: 28.7%

If unsaturated double bond in cyclohexyl ring

Saturated cyclanic vs unsaturated cyclenic acids separate at 10-digit level.

2924.29Lower: 16.5% vs 28.7%

If amide derivative rather than free acid

Carboxamide function classified after carboxylic acids per numerical order.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm cyclohexyl vs cyclohexene structure via GC-MS; declare DEA precursor status if applicable; ensure GMP certification for pharma intermediates

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