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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for other benzoic acid esters not specifically listed in note 3
General benzoic acid esters fall under different 10-digit statistical breakout
If emphasis placed on amino-hydroxy acid functionality
Certain multifunctional benzoic derivatives may classify under oxygen-function amino compounds
If when supplied with carriers or anti-caking agents exceeding chapter note g limits
Additives rendering product suitable for specific use move to preparations heading
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit detailed chemical analysis confirming >98% purity and correct molecular structure
• Reference specific note 3 product number in entry summary documentation
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'paraben mixture' which changes classification
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.
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.
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.