Mixed Aromatics Fumaric Acid from Mexico
Fumaric acid from coker light oil (mixed aromatics) processing, used in paper sizing and food preservation. HTS 2917.19.1500 applies due to partial aromatic hydrocarbon derivation meeting chapter specificity. Exceeds 99% purity for technical grade.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide BTX (benzene-toluene-xylene) content analysis of source material
• Ensure <0.1% heavy metals for paper industry specifications
• Declare assay method (titration or HPLC) on certificate of analysis