Pharmaceutical Grade Adipic Acid USP
Ultra-pure adipic acid meeting USP standards for use as excipient in tablets and capsules. HTS 2917.12.1000 applies to this chemically defined organic compound without impurities affecting classification. Used in drug formulation for pH adjustment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed into immunological product
Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of heading 3002, shifting to pharmaceuticals.
If as aqueous solution for pharma processing
Diluted forms under note (d) but pharma-specific dilutions may go to Chapter 30.
If diagnostic reagent preparation
Organic compounds prepared as lab reagents classify under diagnostic reagents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide FDA drug master file references; ensure GMP certification for pharma imports
• Pitfall: bulk packaging may be scrutinized as industrial grade
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Industrial Grade Adipic Acid 99.8%
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Adipic Acid Flakes for Nylon Production
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Purified Adipic Acid for Polyurethane
Refined adipic acid serving as diol component in polyurethane elastomers and coatings. Classified in HTS 2917.12.1000 for its pure acyclic dicarboxylic structure. Essential intermediate avoiding Chapter 29 exclusions.