Fumaric Acid from Aromatic Hydrocarbons from Canada
Fumaric acid manufactured from aromatic hydrocarbon precursors like benzene via catalytic oxidation. Widely used in food as an acidulant and in resins; classified under this subheading due to specified derivation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GRAS affirmation required for food use; submit production process verification
• Test for aromatic impurities to prevent environmental compliance issues