Isophthalic acid
Polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: > Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives: > Other: > Isophthalic acid
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 2917.39.15.00
Isophthalic Acid (99% purity)
Isophthalic acid is a meta-isomer of benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid, a chemically defined aromatic polycarboxylic acid used primarily in resin production. It falls under HTS 2917.39.1500 as a separate aromatic polycarboxylic acid, specifically isophthalic acid, meeting Chapter 29 note (a). Typically supplied as white crystalline powder for industrial synthesis.
Industrial Grade Isophthalic Acid
Technical grade isophthalic acid (IPA) for PET resin copolymer production and unsaturated polyester resins. Classified under 2917.39.1500 as pure isophthalic acid per Chapter 29 definitions. Supplied in 25kg bags or 1MT supersacks for chemical manufacturing.
Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA)
High-purity isophthalic acid (>99.8%) produced via cyclohexane oxidation process, used in high-performance coatings and specialty polyesters. Meets HTS 2917.39.1500 criteria as chemically defined aromatic dicarboxylic acid. Essential comonomer for PET bottle resins.
Isophthalic Acid Flakes
Isophthalic acid processed into uniform flakes for improved handling and dissolution in polyester reactors. Still classified as pure isophthalic acid under 2917.39.1500 since physical form doesn't affect chemical classification. Used in coil coatings and gelcoats.
Isophthalic Acid for Unsaturated Polyester Resins
Specialty grade isophthalic acid formulated for corrosion-resistant unsaturated polyester resins used in fiberglass reinforced plastics. Pure chemical compound classification under HTS 2917.39.1500 per Chapter 29 note (a). Key for chemical storage tanks and pipes.
Phthalic Isophthalic Anhydride Precursor
Isophthalic acid serving as precursor for mixed phthalic-isophthalic anhydride in alkyd resin production. Classified specifically as isophthalic acid under 2917.39.1500 before anhydride formation. Used in industrial paints and varnishes.
Isophthalic Acid with Stabilizer
Isophthalic acid containing minimal oxidation stabilizer for transport stability, permitted under Chapter 29 note (f). Still classified as isophthalic acid HTS 2917.39.1500 when stabilizer is solely for preservation. For long-distance chemical shipments.