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Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

15.8%

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

• 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)

Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.17.00.01