Salicylic Acid USP Grade from Canada
Salicylic acid (2-hydroxybenzoic acid) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid specifically described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, imported under HTS 2916.39.46.00. Widely used in skincare products, acne treatments, and as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
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
• USP grade requires Certificate of Analysis verifying pharmaceutical purity standards
• Classify as UN 1760 Corrosive Solid; proper DOT labeling mandatory
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums which may trigger different documentation