3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Technical Grade

Technical grade 3-hydroxybenzoic acid is a lower purity form of m-hydroxybenzoic acid meeting Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined organic compounds with phenol function. This product is used in industrial organic synthesis and polymer production, specifically classified under HTS 2918.29.0800 due to its meta hydroxy substitution.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.29.90.00Lower: 30.5% vs 35%

If phenol function predominates without clear carboxylic acid priority

Pure phenols without specified carboxylic function may classify under Chapter 29 phenolic alcohols.

2918.29.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 35%

If para isomer (p-hydroxybenzoic acid)

Different hydroxybenzoic acid isomers have separate 10-digit statistical suffixes.

3105.30.00.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If formulated as diaminotriazole derivative for fertilizers

Certain derivatives used as plant growth regulators fall under Chapter 31.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include GC/MS or NMR analysis confirming >90% purity and meta isomer identity to prevent reclassification

Declare exact purity percentage; technical grades below pharmaceutical specs may trigger lower duty scrutiny

Package in UN-approved fiber drums (25-50kg) with desiccant to prevent moisture absorption during transit

Related Products under HTS 2918.29.08.00

m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (99% Pure)

m-Hydroxybenzoic acid, also known as 3-hydroxybenzoic acid, is a chemically defined organic compound with a carboxylic acid group and a phenolic hydroxy group on a benzene ring, classified under HTS 2918.29.0800 as a carboxylic acid with phenol function but without other oxygen functions. It is supplied as a white crystalline powder used primarily in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a chemical intermediate.

m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Flake Form Stabilized

Stabilized flake form m-hydroxybenzoic acid includes minor anticaking agents permitted under Chapter 29 note (f), maintaining classification under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the chemically defined compound. Used in large-scale chemical manufacturing where flake form improves handling and dissolution rates.

m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Sodium Salt

Sodium m-hydroxybenzoate, the sodium salt of m-hydroxybenzoic acid, classifies with the parent acid under HTS 2918.29.0800 per Chapter 29 note on inorganic salts of organic acids. Used as a preservative intermediate and pH buffer in pharmaceutical formulations.

High Purity m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid for Synthesis

ACS reagent grade m-hydroxybenzoic acid (>99.8% purity) specifically packaged for laboratory synthesis, classified under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the defined phenolic carboxylic acid. Used in organic chemistry research and fine chemical production.

Industrial m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Bulk Pack

Bulk industrial grade m-hydroxybenzoic acid packaged in 25kg bags for polymer and resin manufacturing, classified under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the specific meta-hydroxybenzoic acid. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds used in large-scale synthesis.

Meta-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade USP

USP-grade m-hydroxybenzoic acid meets United States Pharmacopeia standards for use in drug synthesis, classified specifically under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the meta isomer of hydroxybenzoic acid with phenol function. This high-purity compound (>99.5%) serves as an intermediate for analgesics and anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals.