Distilled Maleic Acid (High Purity)

Maleic acid purified by vacuum distillation achieving 99.8% purity, classified under HTS 2917.19.23.00. Removes colored impurities and odor for agricultural chemical synthesis. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compound.

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.

2918Lower: 14% vs 41.5%

If further purified for specific pesticide synthesis

Certain pesticide intermediates have dedicated provisions.

2917.19.15.00Same rate: 41.5%

If distillation converts to fumaric acid

Thermal isomerization during improper distillation produces fumaric acid.

3808.93.15.00Same rate: 41.5%

If herbicide technical concentrate

Formulations containing maleic acid derivatives classify as herbicides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide distillation conditions (pressure, temperature) and purity verification by GC-MS

Use amber glass-lined containers to protect from light-induced degradation

Test for maleic hydrazide precursors if destined for pesticide production

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Maleic acid is a dicarboxylic acid with the formula HO2CCH=CHCO2H, classified under HTS 2917.19.23.00 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid. This high-purity industrial grade product is used in the production of unsaturated polyester resins, coatings, and agricultural chemicals. It meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

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Ultra-pure maleic acid meeting United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards for pharmaceutical applications, classified under HTS 2917.19.23.00. Used as counterion in drug salt formation and synthesis intermediate for APIs. Remains classified as the pure chemical compound despite high purity standards.

Maleic Acid Flakes (Technical Grade)

Technical grade maleic acid supplied in flake form for industrial applications, classified under HTS 2917.19.23.00. The physical form (flakes vs. powder) does not affect chemical classification as maleic acid. Primarily used in polyester resin production and water treatment formulations.

Stabilized Maleic Acid for Transport

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Food Contact Grade Maleic Acid

Maleic acid meeting FDA 21 CFR 175.300 specifications for food contact applications, classified under HTS 2917.19.23.00. Used in resin production for food packaging and as processing aid. Purity exceeds 99.5% with low heavy metals.