Phenylacetic Acid from Mexico
Phenylacetic acid (C6H5CH2COOH) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a chemical intermediate. It falls under HTS 2916.34.55.00 as 'other' phenylacetic acid and its salts, excluding specific salts listed elsewhere in the subheading. This chemically defined organic compound meets Chapter 29 note (a) for separate organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (typically >98%) as impurities may affect classification under Chapter 29 note (a)
• Provide chemical analysis confirming aromatic monocarboxylic acid structure to avoid misclassification as organo-sulfur compounds
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) for DOT hazardous material compliance during import