Sodium Benzoate from China
Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative classified under HTS 2916.31.50.00 as 'other' benzoic acid salts. It is widely used as a preservative in foods, beverages, and pharmaceuticals due to its antimicrobial properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity ≥99% as benzoic acid sodium salt to avoid reclassification
• Include end-use declarations distinguishing food-grade from industrial uses to determine applicable FDA regulations
• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling per GHS standards for transport and storage safety