Phenylacetic Acid from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide DEA watch list documentation if precursor quantities exceed thresholds; phenylacetic acid is regulated
• Include detailed end-use statement to prevent scrutiny under controlled substance regulations
• Avoid importing diluted solutions unless solvent is solely for transport per Chapter 29 note (e)