Benzocaine USP Crystals
Benzocaine (ethyl 4-aminobenzoate), a benzoic acid ester used as a local anesthetic in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Specifically controlled under HTS 2916.31.30.00 as listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified by amino-function rather than carboxylic ester
Amino acid derivatives follow Chapter 29 numerical order rule to 2922
If when in finished topical anesthetic preparations
Medicinal topical preparations containing benzocaine classify under Chapter 30
If technical grade with formulation aids or colorants
Additions beyond chapter note allowances create chemical preparations
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include DEA import permit if exceeding personal use quantities
• Provide USP monograph testing results confirming >98% purity
• Label clearly as 'not for injection' to match technical specifications
Related Products under HTS 2916.31.30.00
Sodium Benzoate USP Grade
Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a chemically defined organic compound used primarily as a preservative in food and pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 2916.31.30.00 as a benzoic acid salt specifically listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers certain organic chemicals with defined import quotas.
Methylparaben NF Grade
Methylparaben (methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is an ester of p-hydroxybenzoic acid used as an antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2916.31.30.00 as a benzoic acid derivative specifically identified in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quantitative control.
Propylparaben Technical Grade
Propylparaben (propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate), a benzoic acid ester serving as a broad-spectrum preservative in personal care products and pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2916.31.30.00 per additional U.S. note 3, which controls imports of this specific aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative.
Ethylparaben Pharmaceutical Grade
Ethylparaben (ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a benzoic acid ester used extensively in pharmaceutical formulations as an antifungal preservative. HTS 2916.31.30.00 applies as it's enumerated in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota management.
Butylparaben Cosmetic Grade
Butylparaben (butyl 4-hydroxybenzoate), the most lipophilic paraben ester used in cosmetic emulsions and creams. Classified in HTS 2916.31.30.00 pursuant to additional U.S. note 3 listing this specific benzoic acid derivative for import control.
Isobutylparaben Technical Grade
Isobutylparaben (isobutyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) provides enhanced solubility characteristics compared to normal butylparaben in cosmetic formulations. HTS 2916.31.30.00 classification per additional U.S. note 3 for this benzoic acid ester.