2,3-Cresotic Acid

2,3-Cresotic acid is a carboxylic acid with phenol function, specifically 2,3-dihydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid, classified under HTS 2918.29.04.00 as one of the specifically named 'other' carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen function. It is used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2918.29.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 40.8%

If imported as a mixture with impurities exceeding Chapter 29 tolerances

Mixtures not meeting 'separate chemically defined' criteria under Chapter 29 note (a) may shift to other derivatives.

2907.29Lower: 15.5% vs 40.8%

If marketed primarily as a phenolic compound without emphasizing carboxylic function

Phenols without specified carboxylic acid priority could classify under Chapter 29 heading 2907 per numerical order rule.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming identity and purity as per Chapter 29 notes; declare exact CAS number (83-40-9) on entry; avoid misclassification as general phenols in 2907

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2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Calcium Salt

2-Hydroxybenzoic acid calcium salt, also known as calcium salicylate, is the calcium salt of salicylic acid listed explicitly in HTS 2918.29.04.00. It falls under carboxylic acids with phenol function and is used in pharmaceuticals, lubricants, and as a corrosion inhibitor.

1-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid

1-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid is a naphthol carboxylic acid explicitly named in HTS 2918.29.04.00, featuring both phenol and carboxylic functions without other oxygen groups. It serves as an intermediate in dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.

2-Hydroxy-1-Naphthoic Acid

2-Hydroxy-1-naphthoic acid, a phenolic naphthoic acid, is specifically listed under HTS 2918.29.04.00 for carboxylic acids with phenol function. Commonly used in azo dye coupling and pharmaceutical synthesis.

1-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid Phenyl Ester

1-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid phenyl ester is the phenyl ester derivative explicitly covered by HTS 2918.29.04.00, classified with its parent acid per Chapter 29 ester rules. It is utilized in fine chemical synthesis and as a dye intermediate.

α-Resorcylic Acid

α-Resorcylic acid (2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid) is a dihydroxybenzoic acid named in HTS 2918.29.04.00 under phenolic carboxylic acids without other oxygen functions. It finds use in pharmaceuticals and as a biochemical reagent.

γ-Resorcylic Acid

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