Benzilic Acid Technical Grade from Mexico
Technical grade benzilic acid (95-98% purity) for industrial synthesis applications. Remains under HTS 2918.17.00.01 as chemically defined organic compound despite minor impurities not constituting mixtures. Used in large-scale production of quaternary ammonium compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Bulk shipments require NIOSH-approved drum labeling; test impurity profile to prevent 3824 reclassification
• Consider FTZ entry for processing