Gentisic Acid from Germany
Gentisic acid (2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid) possesses two phenolic -OH groups but classified under single alcohol function for tariff purposes in aromatic carboxylic acids. HTS 2918.19.31.00 as 'other'; used in analgesics and antioxidants.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify positions of -OH groups in SDS; ensure not halogenated per note 4
• Retail packs risk Chapter 32 shift