Industrial Phenylacetic Acid with Emetic Additive from Mexico
Phenylacetic acid with added emetic for safety identification in industrial handling, preventing accidental ingestion. Remains under HTS 2916.34.25.00 per additional U.S. note 3 and chapter note (g), as the additive facilitates identification without specific use suitability. Core aromatic monocarboxylic acid structure preserved.
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
• Specify emetic addition complies with note (g) in import docs
• DEA oversight applies; quota verification mandatory
• Test additive levels to avoid mixture classification