Distilled Maleic Acid (High Purity) from Mexico
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.
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 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