Terephthalic Acid (PTA) from Canada
Terephthalic acid is an aromatic polycarboxylic acid with two carboxyl groups attached to a benzene ring, used primarily as a raw material for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers. It falls under HTS 2917.39.70.00 as an aromatic polycarboxylic acid that is neither specifically listed nor phthalic acid. This white crystalline powder is essential in the plastics and textile industries.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels (>99.8%) with Certificates of Analysis (COA) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound
• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling as it's a respiratory irritant; DOT shipping papers required