Methyl Benzilate from Canada
Methyl benzilate is the methyl ester of benzilic acid, a chemically defined aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function but without other oxygen function. It falls under HTS 2918.19.1100 as a specific enumerated product in the subcategory for aromatic derivatives. This compound is typically used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificates to confirm it meets the chemically defined compound criteria per Chapter 29 notes; provide detailed chemical analysis reports for CBP review
• Ensure packaging complies with UN standards for chemical transport
• Avoid misclassification as a mixture by documenting single-isomer content