Maleic Anhydride Flakes
Maleic anhydride in flake form, a white crystalline solid derived from oxidation of butene, classified under HTS 2917.14.5000 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid anhydride. Used primarily as a chemical intermediate for resins and coatings, meeting Chapter 29 note requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If molten form or briquettes
Specific subheading for non-flake/brittle forms of maleic anhydride.
If mixed with stabilizers exceeding Chapter 29 note (g) limits
Mixtures with additives rendering it suitable for specific use fall under chemical preparations.
If imported as aqueous solution for safety transport
Chapter 29 note (d) allows water solutions, but may shift to alcohols/phenols if solvent-dominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) showing proper UN 2215 shipping name for DOT compliance
• Avoid misclassification as polymer precursor; pure maleic anhydride excludes heading 3900 series
Related Products under HTS 2917.14.50.00
Industrial Maleic Anhydride Briquettes
Compressed maleic anhydride briquettes for bulk industrial handling, an acyclic dicarboxylic acid anhydride under HTS 2917.14.5000. Primarily used in unsaturated polyester resin manufacturing, qualifying as a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29.
Purified Maleic Anhydride Pellets
High-purity maleic anhydride pellets (>99.5%) for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, classified in HTS 2917.14.5000 as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic anhydride. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds without excluded additives.
Technical Grade Maleic Anhydride Powder
Technical grade maleic anhydride powder (98-99% purity) for agricultural chemical synthesis, under HTS 2917.14.5000 as other maleic anhydride forms. Qualifies as separate organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a), excluding mixtures.
Maleic Anhydride with Stabilizer Additive
Maleic anhydride containing <0.05% polymerization inhibitor (hydroquinone) for transport stability, classified HTS 2917.14.5000 per Chapter 29 note (f). Remains chemically defined acyclic anhydride for resin production.
Brittle Maleic Anhydride Lumps
Solid maleic anhydride in brittle lump form from cooled molten material, HTS 2917.14.5000 'other' classification for acyclic polycarboxylic anhydrides. Used in paper sizing chemical manufacture.
Pharma-Grade Maleic Anhydride Crystals
Pharmaceutical grade maleic anhydride crystals with <10 ppm heavy metals, under HTS 2917.14.5000 as pure acyclic anhydride. Intermediate for maleate salt formation in drug synthesis.