Mandelic Acid Methyl Ester
The methyl ester derivative of mandelic acid (phenylglycolic acid), classified in HTS 2918.19.1500 as an aromatic 'other' ester with carboxylic acid-alcohol function. Used as an intermediate in fine chemical synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If acyclic saturated classification prevails
Numerical order in note 5(A) may direct to earlier subchapter for certain ester types.
If alcohol function dominates classification
Temporary esters emphasizing alcohol group shift to chapter 29 alcohol headings.
If imported as diagnostic reagent mixture
Chapter exclusions send lab reagents to chapter 38 composites.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit GC-MS data confirming methyl ester structure to avoid confusion with free mandelic acid
• Ensure packaging meets UN standards for corrosive liquids if pH <2 in solution form
• Document as research chemical to sidestep chapter 30 if minor impurities suggest formulation
Related Products under HTS 2918.19.15.00
Sodium Mandelate
Sodium mandelate is the sodium salt of mandelic acid (phenylglycolic acid), a carboxylic acid with alcohol function but no other oxygen function, making it classifiable under HTS 2918.19.1500 as an aromatic 'other' salt or ester. It is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations for its antibacterial properties in urinary tract treatments.
Mandelic Acid Ethyl Ester
This is the ethyl ester of mandelic acid, fitting HTS 2918.19.1500 as an 'other' ester of phenylglycolic acid, an aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function. Per chapter note 5(A), esters are classified with the later-occurring acid function compound.
Potassium Mandelate
Potassium mandelate, the potassium salt of mandelic acid, qualifies under HTS 2918.19.1500 per chapter note 5(C)(1) as classified with the parent organic acid. It is used in specialty chemical applications and as a mandelic acid source.
Ammonium Mandelate
Ammonium salt of phenylglycolic (mandelic) acid, falling under HTS 2918.19.1500 as per note 5(C)(1) for organic acid salts. Applied in biochemical research and as a pH buffer.
Calcium Mandelate
Calcium salt of mandelic acid, an aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function, classified under HTS 2918.19.1500 following chapter note 5(C) for metal salts of organic acids.
Mandelic Acid Isopropyl Ester
Isopropyl ester of phenylglycolic acid, suiting HTS 2918.19.1500 as an 'other' aromatic ester with the specified oxygen functions, used in fragrance intermediates.