Benzoic Acid USP Grade from Mexico
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%.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verifying USP purity standards and batch-specific testing results
• Ensure proper hazardous material labeling (UN 3077) and include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for DOT compliance
• Verify supplier's REACH compliance if sourcing from EU; include impurity profile (<0.1% impurities)