4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid from Canada
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid features a carboxylic acid and phenolic hydroxyl group on a benzene ring, classified as aromatic carboxylic acid with alcohol function. HTS 2918.19.31.00 covers this 'other' category for compounds without further oxygen functions. Widely used as a preservative precursor in cosmetics and food.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include NMR spectrum in import docs to prove aromatic structure and position of -OH; ensure no esterification per note 5(A)
• Pitfall: esters classified with acid occurring last in numerical order