Technical Grade m-Toluic Acid

Technical-grade m-toluic acid for large-scale polymer and dye intermediate production, specifically under HTS 2916.39.17.00. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2902.50.00.00Same rate: 35%

If reduced to alcohol

Corresponding benzyl alcohol classifies earlier in Chapter 29; acid function governs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lower purity (95%+) still pure if isomers minimal; anti-dusting agent disclosure per note (g); avoid color additives that imply specific use

Related Products under HTS 2916.39.17.00

m-Toluic Acid (3-Methylbenzoic Acid)

m-Toluic acid is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with a methyl group at the meta position on the benzene ring, classified under HTS 2916.39.17.00 as a specific cyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is a white crystalline powder used primarily as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.

2,2-Dichlorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester

This is the ethyl ester derivative of 2,2-dichlorophenylacetic acid, an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with chlorine substitutions, specifically named in HTS 2916.39.17.00. It serves as a key intermediate in synthesizing herbicides and pharmaceuticals.

Industrial Grade m-Toluic Acid 99%

High-purity m-toluic acid (99% min) for industrial use as a precursor in dye and resin production, explicitly listed under HTS 2916.39.17.00 for aromatic monocarboxylic acids. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined compounds.

Pharma-Grade 2,2-Dichlorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester

Pharmaceutical-grade version of this ethyl ester, used in API synthesis for agro-pharma applications, classified under HTS 2916.39.17.00 due to its specific aromatic acid derivative structure. Complies with Chapter 29 pure compound definition.

Laboratory Reagent m-Toluic Acid

Purified m-toluic acid for laboratory and R&D use in organic synthesis, specifically provided for in HTS 2916.39.17.00 as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid. Qualifies under Chapter 29 for chemically defined organic compounds.

Herbicide Intermediate 2,2-Dichlorophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester

This ester is a direct intermediate for phenoxy herbicide production, listed explicitly in HTS 2916.39.17.00 for its halogenated aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative. Fits Chapter 29 scope for derivatives.