Potassium Benzoate Crystals from Canada
Potassium benzoate is the potassium salt of benzoic acid, commonly used as an antimicrobial preservative in acidic foods and soft drinks. Classified under HTS 2916.31.11 as a benzoic acid salt within aromatic monocarboxylic acids.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Provide kosher/halal certification if marketed for food use; ensure batch testing for heavy metals compliance; use food-grade inner packaging to prevent contamination