4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid from Canada
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with a hydroxyl group on the benzene ring, classified under HTS 2916.39.46.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It is commonly used as a preservative in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products due to its antimicrobial properties.
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
• Verify purity certificate (typically ≥99%) as required by additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for chemical classification
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and ensure proper Hazard Class labeling for UN 2443
• Confirm CAS number 99-96-7 on all documentation to avoid reclassification