Phenylacetic Acid Anhydride from Canada
Phenylacetic anhydride, the cyclic or linear anhydride form of phenylacetic acid, used as an acetylating agent in pharmaceutical and fine chemical production. HTS 2916.34.25.00 includes such derivatives described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota purposes. Heading covers anhydrides of aromatic monocarboxylic acids like phenylacetic acid.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Hazardous material declaration required due to anhydride reactivity; proper UN packaging
• Confirm note 3 status; quota tracking essential
• Distinguish from mixed anhydrides that may go to 2915