Industrial Sodium Benzoate Flakes from Mexico
Flake-form sodium benzoate for industrial applications like corrosion inhibition in coolants and as a chemical intermediate. HTS 2916.31.11.70 applies as it's the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a chemically defined aromatic compound per Chapter 29, with stabilizer only if needed for transport.
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
• File TSCA certification for industrial chemical import; ensure drums are UN-approved for hazmat if applicable; test for heavy metals to meet EPA wastewater regs