Prehnitic Acid from Mexico
Prehnitic acid (benzene-1,2,4,5-tetracarboxylic acid) used in polyimide films and high-performance composites. Identical reactivity to pyromellitic acid but different substitution pattern. HTS 2917.39.70.00 as aromatic polycarboxylic acid, other.
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
• Synonymous with pyromellitic acid in commerce; position isomers rarely distinguished
• Composite prepreg manufacturers require lot-specific DSC thermal analysis
• Distinguish monomer from Chapter 39 low MW prepolymer by GPC analysis