Mandelic Acid Methyl Ester from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
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
• 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