Fumaric Acid from Aromatics
Fumaric acid produced from aromatic hydrocarbons via catalytic oxidation, primarily used as an acidulant in food/beverage and in polyester resins. Falls under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as fumaric acid derived in whole or in part from aromatic hydrocarbons.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If produced via fermentation/maleic isomerization without aromatic origin
Non-aromatic derived fumaric acid classifies under general 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acids.
If when put up in forms specifically for synthetic dye production
Dye intermediates with specific end-use packaging classify under Chapter 32.
If for benzenepolycarboxylic acids if aromatic ring structure retained
Aromatic ring-containing acids classify under earlier heading 2916.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit petrochemical pathway certificates proving aromatic hydrocarbon derivation
• For food grade, ensure compliance with FDA specifications and provide COA analysis
• Segregate from general fumaric acid entries to avoid tariff rate discrepancies
Related Products under HTS 2917.19.20.00
Maleic Anhydride
Maleic anhydride is a cyclic anhydride derived from maleic acid, used primarily in the production of resins, coatings, and agricultural chemicals. It falls under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as an anhydride of maleic acid, specifically listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for polycarboxylic acid derivatives.
Succinic Acid from Maleic Anhydride
Succinic acid produced through hydrogenation of maleic anhydride, used in biodegradable plastics, pharmaceuticals, and food additives. Classified under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as succinic acid derived in whole or in part from maleic anhydride per the heading description.
Adipic Acid Peroxide Derivative
Di(1-hydroperoxy-1-methylbutyl) peroxide, a peroxyacid derivative of adipic acid used as polymerization initiator in rubber and plastics. Specifically included under HTS 2917.19.20.00 for peroxyacids and derivatives of adipic acid.
Maleic Acid
Maleic acid, the dicarboxylic acid isomer of fumaric acid, used in epoxy resins, coatings, and agricultural chemicals. Directly listed under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as a specified acyclic polycarboxylic acid.
Glutaric Acid from Cyclopentanone
Glutaric acid produced via oxidative cleavage of cyclopentanone, used in pharmaceuticals, polymers, and corrosion inhibitors. Classified under HTS 2917.19.20.00 for glutaric acid derived from cyclopentanone.
Dibutyl Maleate
Dibutyl maleate, an ester of maleic acid with butanol, used as reactive diluent in unsaturated polyester resins and copolymer production. Falls under HTS 2917.19.20.00 per chapter note on ester classification with parent acid.