3-Nitro-o-toluic Acid

3-Nitro-o-toluic acid (3-nitro-2-methylbenzoic acid) is an explicitly named nitrated derivative of o-toluic acid used in agrochemical and pharmaceutical intermediate production. Classified under HTS 2916.39.03.00 as a specific aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative. Supplied as off-white to pale yellow solid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2916.39Same rate: 41.5%

If optical isomers (enantiomers) separated and specified

Stereoisomers may receive different statistical suffixes though same base heading.

2916.34.10.00Same rate: 41.5%

If when esterified with lower alcohols like methanol

Aromatic acid esters classify with parent acid per Chapter 29 ester rule.

2933.99.79.00Lower: 6.5% vs 41.5%

If for quaternary nitrogen salt derivatives

Nitrogen heterocyclic derivatives shift to later Chapter 29 subchapter headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

HPLC chromatograms verifying >98% single isomer purity essential for specific HTS claim

CAS registry verification (1477-65-6) against import declaration to prevent mismatches

Stable under ambient conditions but include thermal stability data for extended ocean transit

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Benzoic Anhydride

Benzoic anhydride is the anhydride of benzoic acid, a cyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative used primarily as an acylating agent in organic synthesis for producing pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and resins. It falls under HTS 2916.39.03.00 as a specifically named aromatic monocarboxylic acid anhydride. Typically supplied as a white crystalline solid in industrial packaging for chemical manufacturing.

tert-Butyl Peroxybenzoate

tert-Butyl peroxybenzoate is an organic peroxide derived from benzoic acid, used as a catalyst in polymerization reactions for resins, coatings, and rubber curing. Classified under HTS 2916.39.03.00 due to its specific listing as a peroxyacid derivative of an aromatic monocarboxylic acid. Ships as a pale yellow liquid requiring temperature-controlled transport below 30°C.

p-Nitrobenzoyl Chloride

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2-Nitro-m-toluic acid

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