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m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (99% Pure) from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming chemical purity and structure to verify classification under Chapter 29 note (a)

• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling (UN 2811) and SDS documentation for DOT/IATA transport compliance

• Avoid misclassification as salicylic acid (ortho isomer, 2918.21); specify meta position in documentation

m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (99% Pure) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.29.08.00