Sodium Benzoate USP Grade from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota eligibility and obtain necessary import licenses
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming USP purity standards and chemical identity as benzoic acid salt
• Monitor quantitative limitations closely as overshipment may result in higher duty rates or denial of entry