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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

If pre-mixed into immunological product

Chapter 29 excludes immunological products of heading 3002, shifting to pharmaceuticals.

2917.12.20.00Same rate: 41.5%

If as aqueous solution for pharma processing

Diluted forms under note (d) but pharma-specific dilutions may go to Chapter 30.

3822Lower: 10% vs 41.5%

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