3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (M-Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Canada
Meta-hydroxybenzoic acid is a cyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, falling under HTS 2916.39.46.00. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and organic chemical production.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide assay certificate showing minimum purity levels specified in U.S. note 3
• Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption (hygroscopic compound)
• Declare CAS 99-06-9 accurately; misdeclaration risks chapter 38 reclassification