Methyl Diphenylglycolate from Canada

Methyl diphenylglycolate, synonymous with methyl benzilate, is a white crystalline powder that is the methyl ester derivative of benzilic acid. Classified under HTS 2918.19.1100 due to its aromatic structure and specific identification in the tariff schedule for benzilic acid methyl ester. Primarily serves as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

15.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and CAS number (76-89-1) on commercial invoices for easy verification

Check for stabilizer additions per Chapter 29 note (f) to avoid reclassification

Register with TSCA if used in US manufacturing