Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade from Canada
High-purity benzilic acid (≥99.5%) meeting USP/EP standards for use as intermediate in anticholinergic drug synthesis like benactyzine. Falls under HTS 2918.17.00.01 as a separate chemically defined compound with the specified carboxylic-alcohol structure. Essential for manufacturing medications treating motion sickness and Parkinson's symptoms.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide GMP certificate and batch-specific CoA confirming identity/purity; declare intended pharma use to avoid FDA scrutiny
• Watch for anti-dusting agents pushing classification under chapter note (g)