Sebacic Acid
Sebacic acid (HOOC(CH2)8COOH), a straight-chain C10 dicarboxylic acid derived from castor oil, serves as a monomer for nylon 610 and plasticizers. Classified under HTS 2917.19.70 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid not specifically named elsewhere. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.
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If aromatic analogues like terephthalic acid
Cyclic aromatic polycarboxylic acids classify under 2917.39 while acyclic remain in 2917.19.
If technical grade with >5% impurities
Chemical mixtures not meeting 'separate chemically defined' criteria of Chapter 29 note (a) shift to Chapter 38.
If imported as saturated fatty acid distillation fraction
Natural saturated monocarboxylic acids from vegetable oils classify under heading 2915.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include origin certificates verifying non-China sourcing due to frequent antidumping duties on sebacic acid
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >99% purity to distinguish from technical grade mixtures
• Declare proper REACH compliance documentation for EU-origin material destined for US manufacture
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Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid (HOOC(CH2)7COOH) is an acyclic dicarboxylic acid used in skincare formulations for treating acne and rosacea. It falls under HTS 2917.19.70 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid, their derivatives, specifically classified as 'other' within this subheading. This pure chemical compound meets Chapter 29 note (a) for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Undecanedioic Acid
Undecanedioic acid (HOOC(CH2)9COOH), a C11 dicarboxylic acid used in polymer production and corrosion inhibitors. Falls under HTS 2917.19.70 as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acids. This linear saturated compound fits Chapter 29 scope for pure organic acids.
Dodecanedioic Acid
Dodecanedioic acid (HOOC(CH2)10COOH), C12 dicarboxylic acid used in powder coatings and nylon production. HTS 2917.19.70 classification for acyclic polycarboxylic acids, other. Chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a).
Brassylic Acid
Brassylic acid (HOOC(CH2)11COOH), tridecanedioic C13 acid used in high-performance polyesters and lubricants. Classified HTS 2917.19.70 as other acyclic polycarboxylic acid. Pure compound meeting Chapter 29 chemical definition requirements.
Tetradecanedioic Acid
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1,12-Dodecanediol
1,12-Dodecanediol (HO(CH2)12OH), diol derivative of dodecanedioic acid used in polyurethane elastomers. While primarily a diol, certain halide/peroxide derivatives classify under 2917.19.70 per Chapter 29 ester/salt rules. Meets 'derivatives' classification criteria.