Technical grade 3,5,6-Trichlorosalicylic acid 98%

Industrial-grade 3,5,6-trichlorosalicylic acid with 98% purity and minor impurities, still classified under HTS 2918.29.3900 per chapter note (a) allowing impurities. Used in azo dye coupler production and herbicide intermediates.

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.

3824Lower: 15% vs 35%

If impurities exceed 5% or contains anti-caking agent

Chapter note (f) stabilizers push to preparations if not 'necessary for preservation' only.

2918.29.20.00Lower: 31.5% vs 35%

If classified among other chlorinated phenolic acids

Specific naming prevails, but similar chlorosalicylics might group differently.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit impurity profile in CoA; exceeds 2% impurities risks reclassification to mixtures

Check for anti-dumping duties from specific origins; common for halogenated aromatics from Asia

Declare as 'not for human consumption' to avoid FDA scrutiny