Aromatic Azelaic Acid Derivative

Azelaic acid derivatives produced via oxidative cleavage of aromatic oleic acid fractions, qualifying as acyclic nonanedioic acids from aromatic sources. HTS 2917.19.40.00 applies per derivation requirement and polycarboxylic acid structure. Used in pharmaceuticals and polymers.

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.

2917.13.00Lower: 29.8% vs 41.5%

If specifically azelaic acid without aromatic claim

Pure azelaic acid has dedicated subheading regardless of source.

2922.50Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If significant amino-function introduced

Chapter notes prioritize oxygen functions first, then nitrogen-functions in numerical order.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If imported as polymer precursor mixture

Chemical preparations for specific industrial uses exclude from pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Verify no sulfonation/nitration that would shift to derivative headings 2904-2906 per chapter notes

Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale, which could invoke Chapter 33/38 exclusions

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Phthalic Anhydride

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Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride

Tetrahydrophthalic anhydride is a hydrogenated derivative of phthalic anhydride, synthesized from aromatic precursors like o-xylene. Classified under HTS 2917.19.40.00 due to its partial aromatic hydrocarbon derivation and acyclic polycarboxylic acid anhydride structure. Used in epoxy resins and alkyd coatings.

Dimer Acid (Aromatic-Derived)

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Isophthalic Acid

Isophthalic acid (1,3-benzenedicarboxylic acid) is an acyclic polycarboxylic acid manufactured via oxidation of meta-xylene, an aromatic hydrocarbon. Classified in HTS 2917.19.40.00 due to its aromatic derivation and meeting Chapter 29 purity requirements. Key raw material for PET resins and coatings.

Branched Aromatic Dicarboxylic Acid

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