Gentisic Acid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify positions of -OH groups in SDS; ensure not halogenated per note 4
• Retail packs risk Chapter 32 shift