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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not explicitly mandelic acid but similar aromatic structure
Other aromatic carboxylic acids with alcohol function fall under the broader 'other' subheading.
If its esters or salts prepared as sugar derivatives
Sugar esters, acetals, or ethers of mandelic acid derivatives shift to heading 2940 per Chapter notes.
If dissolved in solvent for retail or mixed use
Solutions not solely for safety/transport may classify as chemical preparations in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificate to confirm USP grade and avoid reclassification; provide chemical analysis for customs validation; watch for stabilizer additions that could shift to note (f)
Related Products under HTS 2918.19.12.00
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.
Sodium Mandelate Salt
Sodium salt of mandelic acid, an inorganic salt of an organic acid with alcohol function, classified with the parent acid. HTS 2918.19.1200 follows Chapter 29 note on salts of acid-function compounds. Used in pharmaceutical buffering.