Benzoic acid

Unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, cyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: > Aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives: > Benzoic acid, its salts and esters: > Benzoic acid and its salts > Benzoic acid

Duty Rate (from China)

41.5%
MFN Base Rate6.5%

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Total Effective Rate41.5%

Products classified under HTS 2916.31.11.05

Benzoic Acid USP Grade

Pharmaceutical-grade benzoic acid meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards, used primarily as a preservative in medications, cosmetics, and food products. Classified under HTS 2916.31.11.05 as pure benzoic acid, a separate chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid. Supplied as white crystalline powder with purity exceeding 99.5%.

Food Grade Benzoic Acid Powder

FCC-certified benzoic acid powder approved for use as food preservative (E210) in beverages, jams, and sauces. Classifies under HTS 2916.31.11.05 as pure aromatic monocarboxylic acid meeting food chemical codex standards. White crystalline powder with maximum heavy metals content of 10 ppm.

Benzoic Acid for Plasticizers

Specialty benzoic acid for plasticizer manufacturing, particularly benzyl benzoate production. High purity aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05 with optimized distillation residue (<0.02%). Critical intermediate for non-phthalate plasticizers in flooring and wire insulation.

Cosmetic Grade Benzoic Acid

Cosmetic-grade benzoic acid for use in lotions, creams, and shampoos as paraben-free preservative. Pure compound under HTS 2916.31.11.05 meeting CTFA and EU Cosmetics Regulation standards. Low odor profile with maximum aldehyde content of 0.002%.

Benzoic Acid Calibration Standard

Certified reference material benzoic acid for HPLC/GC calibration in pharmaceutical and environmental laboratories. Traceable to NIST SRM with certified purity ±0.1%. Classifies as pure benzoic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05 despite laboratory end use.

Benzoyl Peroxide Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Pharmaceutical intermediate benzoic acid for benzoyl peroxide and benzocaine synthesis. GMP manufactured pure aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05. Pre-tested for heavy metals, residue, and chiral purity for downstream API production.

Industrial Benzoic Acid Flakes

High-purity benzoic acid in flake form for industrial applications including plasticizer production and alkyd resin manufacturing. Meets HTS 2916.31.11.05 as chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid without prohibited additives. Typically 99.8% purity with controlled melting point of 121-123°C.

Pharmaceutical Benzoic Acid Crystals

EP/USP grade benzoic acid crystals for pharmaceutical applications including tablet preservatives and API synthesis intermediate. Pure aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05 with <20 ppm residue on ignition. Large crystal form optimizes dissolution in aqueous formulations.

Benzoic Acid 99.9% Technical Grade

Ultra-high purity technical grade benzoic acid (99.9%) for precision chemical synthesis and calibration standards. Meets HTS 2916.31.11.05 criteria as separate chemically defined compound with minimal impurities (<0.05% total). Supplied in amber glass bottles for laboratory stability.

Sodium Benzoate Technical Grade

Preservative-grade benzoic acid optimized for beverage industry with excellent solubility characteristics. Pure aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05, specifically developed for carbonated soft drink preservation. Meets FCC and JECFA specifications with controlled crystal morphology.

HTS 2916.31.11.05 — Benzoic acid | Import Tariff & Duty Rate