Mandelic Acid Methyl Ester
Methyl ester of mandelic acid, classified with the parent acid-function compound per Chapter notes on esters. Aromatic with alcohol function, under HTS 2918.19.1200. Intermediate for fragrances and pesticides.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ethyl esters specifically
Note (B) places ethyl esters with acids, but others may differ.
If cyclic derivatives
Heterocyclic forms exclude per heading 2932 note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include esterification certificate; declare molecular formula; ethyl esters also follow same heading
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Mandelic Acid USP Grade
Phenylglycolic acid, a chemically defined aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function, meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical applications. Classified under HTS 2918.19.1200 as mandelic acid per Chapter 29 notes for separate organic compounds with specified oxygen functions. Used primarily in cosmetics and as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
Phenylglycolic Acid Technical Grade
Technical-grade mandelic acid (phenylglycolic acid), an aromatic compound with carboxylic acid and alcohol functions, used in industrial synthesis. Fits HTS 2918.19.1200 as a separate chemically defined organic compound without other oxygen functions beyond specified. Common in pesticide and polymer production.
DL-Mandelic Acid Powder
Racemic DL-mandelic acid in crystalline powder form, a mixture of isomers of the same aromatic organic compound with alcohol function. Classified specifically under HTS 2918.19.1200 per Chapter 29 note (b) allowing isomer mixtures. Applied in chiral synthesis and exfoliating agents.
R-Mandelic Acid Pharmaceutical Intermediate
R-enantiomer of mandelic acid, a chiral aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function, used as intermediate for antibiotics. HTS 2918.19.1200 applies as a chemically defined organic compound and stereoisomer exception. Meets pharmacopeia specs for drug synthesis.
Mandelic Acid Cosmetic Grade Flakes
High-purity mandelic acid flakes for alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) skincare formulations, featuring aromatic carboxylic and alcohol functions. Specifically under HTS 2918.19.1200 as phenylglycolic acid without other oxygen groups. Gentler exfoliant than glycolic acid.
Mandelic Acid with Stabilizer for Transport
Mandelic acid containing a necessary anticaking stabilizer for safe transport, still a separate chemically defined aromatic compound. HTS 2918.19.1200 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers. Used in bulk chemical shipments.