Technical grade 3,5,6-Trichlorosalicylic acid 98% from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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