Parabens Precursor p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid from Germany
This high-purity p-Hydroxybenzoic acid is marketed specifically as precursor for methylparaben and propylparaben preservatives, but remains classified under HTS 2918.29.22.00 as the base chemically defined acid with phenol function.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure end-use declaration doesn't imply preservative function, which could trigger FDA cosmetic regs
• Validate against REACH/TSCA; declare CAS 99-96-7 accurately
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk only to stay in Chapter 29 pure compounds