Pyrogallol from Gallic Acid

Pyrogallol (1,2,3-trihydroxybenzene) produced by decarboxylation of gallic acid, but imported as pure gallic acid precursor. Actually pure gallic acid for pyrogallol synthesis classifies HTS 2918.29.30.00. Chemical reduction product remains chapter 29 compound.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1%+35.0%36%
🇲🇽Mexico1%+10.0%11%
🇨🇦Canada1%+10.0%11%
🇩🇪Germany1%+10.0%11%
🇯🇵Japan1%+10.0%11%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.21.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 36%

If pure pyrogallol without carboxylic group

Decarboxylated product loses carboxylic function, becomes simple phenol of 2907.

3707.90.60.00Lower: 35% vs 36%

If developer chemical preparation

Photographic chemicals in preparations shift from pure compounds.

2918.29.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 36%

If intermediate reduction product

Partial decarboxylation products may classify as other phenol acids.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare decarboxylation yield efficiency; photographic grade requires low iron <5ppm; heat-stable up to 200°C processing

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