o-Toluic Acid

o-Toluic acid (2-methylbenzoic acid) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in dye manufacturing and pesticides. HTS 2916.39.79.00 includes this methyl-substituted benzoic acid derivative. Pure form qualifies as Chapter 29 organic compound.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+7.5%14%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%—6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%—6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%—6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%—6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2916.39.12.00Higher: 24% vs 14%

If specifically methylbenzoic acids enumerated

Statistical suffixes may break out toluic acid isomers from generic 'other'.

3808.94.50Higher: 30% vs 14%

If used in pesticide formulations

Pesticide active ingredients prepared for use exclude from Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide TSCA certification for US chemical inventory compliance

• Segregate from pesticide formulations to maintain pure compound status

Related Products under HTS 2916.39.79.00

Phenylacetic Acid

Phenylacetic acid (C6H5CH2COOH) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a precursor for penicillin. Classified under HTS 2916.39.79.00 as an 'other' aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Homophthalic Acid

Homophthalic acid is a cyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates. Falls under HTS 2916.39.79.00 as 'other' aromatic acid. Chemically defined structure meets chapter requirements.

Salicylic Aldehyde Carboxylic Acid Derivative

Specialty aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivatives used in fine chemical synthesis. HTS 2916.39.79.00 captures niche aromatic acids not elsewhere specified. Chemically pure per Chapter 29 definitions.

Naphthoic Acid

1-Naphthoic acid and 2-naphthoic acid are polycyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acids used in dyes and pharmaceuticals. HTS 2916.39.79.00 for other aromatic monocarboxylic acids. Qualifies as pure organic compound.

Benzoic Acid

Benzoic acid is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with the formula C6H5COOH, used as a preservative in foods and pharmaceuticals. It falls under HTS 2916.39.79.00 as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the 'other' category of this subheading. This chemically defined organic compound is a staple in chemical manufacturing.

Mandelic Acid

Mandelic acid (hydroxyphenylacetic acid) is an alpha-hydroxy aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in cosmetics and urinary tract pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2916.39.79.00 as an 'other' derivative of aromatic monocarboxylic acids. Qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 29 scope.