Gentisic Acid 98% Technical Grade from Germany
Technical grade gentisic acid at 98% purity is the named compound under HTS 2918.29.2000, a dihydroxybenzoic acid with phenol function. Used in industrial synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals, supplied in bulk drums.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare impurities (<2% typically isomers/salts) but ensure principal compound is gentisic acid via GC-MS
• Bulk drums >25kg avoid retail classification; include MSDS with GHS hazard pictograms
• Confirm no anti-dusting agents added that render suitable for specific use per Chapter note (g)