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Benzoic Acid for Plasticizers from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include esterification yield data (>98% conversion to benzyl benzoate) in technical documentation

• Specify low distillation residue for clean plasticizer production without discoloration

• Use nitrogen-blanketed storage to prevent oxidation during transit