Choline Salicylate

Choline salicylate liquid is a salt of salicylic acid used in oral pain relief gels for dental applications. Classified under HTS 2918.23.3000 as organic salt of salicylic acid per chapter notes and U.S. note 3 specifications. Pharmaceutical bulk intermediate.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2923.10.00.00Lower: 28.7% vs 31.5%

If classified by choline quaternary ammonium function

Alternative classification possible emphasizing nitrogen function over carboxylic acid.

3003.90.01Lower: Free vs 31.5%

If in formulated oral gel medication

Dosage form products containing choline salicylate move to Chapter 30 medicaments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Microbial limits testing critical for oral use applications; provide viscosity and specific gravity specs; FDA import alert history for similar liquid APIs

Related Products under HTS 2918.23.30.00

Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)

Acetylsalicylic acid is the ester of salicylic acid with acetic acid, commonly known as aspirin, used as an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory medication. It falls under HTS 2918.23.3000 as an ester of salicylic acid described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers certain pharmaceutical products. This classification applies to the pure chemical compound in bulk form for pharmaceutical use.

Methyl Salicylate USP

Methyl salicylate is the methyl ester of salicylic acid, used as a topical analgesic in liniments and as a flavoring agent. Classified under HTS 2918.23.3000 as a salicylic acid ester meeting additional U.S. note 3 criteria for pharmaceutical-grade organic chemicals. This bulk chemical form is distinguished from formulated topical preparations.

Ethyl Salicylate

Ethyl salicylate, the ethyl ester of salicylic acid, serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and fragrance production. It qualifies for HTS 2918.23.3000 under additional U.S. note 3 as a chemically defined salicylic acid ester. Bulk chemical form for industrial processing distinguishes it from consumer products.

Isopropyl Salicylate

Isopropyl salicylate is an ester of salicylic acid used in cosmetic formulations and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. Falls under HTS 2918.23.3000 per additional U.S. note 3 for pure, chemically defined salicylic acid derivatives. Bulk form for manufacturing use.

Benzyl Salicylate

Benzyl salicylate, ester of salicylic acid and benzyl alcohol, functions as a UV absorber in cosmetics and fixative in perfumes. Classified in HTS 2918.23.3000 as pure salicylic acid ester under note 3 specifications. Bulk chemical for formulation industries.

Phenyl Salicylate (Salol)

Phenyl salicylate, also known as salol, is the phenyl ester of salicylic acid used as an antiseptic and plasticizer. HTS 2918.23.3000 classification applies to this pure chemical under additional U.S. note 3 for section VI products. Primarily industrial chemical applications.