Calcium Benzoate from Mexico
Calcium benzoate, the calcium salt of benzoic acid, falls under HTS 2916.31.50.00 as 'other' benzoic salts. Utilized as antimicrobial agent in food products and mold inhibitor in agriculture.
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
• Verify heavy metals specification (<10 ppm) per food chemical codex
• Distinguish food vs feed grade with appropriate regulatory certifications
• Provide particle size distribution data affecting solubility in applications