Monopotassium Terephthalate from Mexico
Monopotassium terephthalate is a partially neutralized salt of terephthalic acid, employed in niche chemical syntheses and polymer modifiers. Covered by HTS 2917.36.00.00 as a salt of the specified aromatic polycarboxylic acid, aligning with Chapter 29 definitions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include stoichiometric analysis proving salt formation; ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption affecting purity; declare exact counterion to avoid salt misclassification