o-Toluic Acid from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide TSCA certification for US chemical inventory compliance
• Segregate from pesticide formulations to maintain pure compound status