Methyl Salicylate Technical Grade
Methyl salicylate, the methyl ester of salicylic acid, retains phenol function classification per chapter note 4(A). Falls under HTS 2918.29.65.00 as specified in additional U.S. note 3 for phenolic carboxylic derivatives. Used in fragrances, liniments, and as chemical intermediate.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as mixture resembling wintergreen essential oil
Fragrance mixtures containing methyl salicylate as principal component fall under chapter 33 odoriferous mixtures.
If ester not following parent acid classification rule
Other phenolic carboxylic derivatives not covered by note 3 or ester rules go to general 2918.29.
If imported as solution for specific industrial application
Solutions rendered suitable for specific use (beyond safety/transport) per note (e) classify in mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit ester structure analysis confirming classification with parent acid (salicylic acid) per note 4(A)
• Label containers clearly distinguishing from wintergreen oil mixtures to prevent 3302 classification
• Verify solvent content if dissolved; exceeds note (e) limits shifts to 3824
Related Products under HTS 2918.29.65.00
Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)
Acetylsalicylic acid is a carboxylic acid with phenol function (salicylate structure) used as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent. It falls under HTS 2918.29.65.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers specific pharmaceutical carboxylic acids in this category. This pure chemical compound is imported for pharmaceutical manufacturing or bulk medicinal use.
Aspirin Lysine Salt
The lysine salt of acetylsalicylic acid maintains classification with parent acid per chapter note 4(C)(1). Covered under HTS 2918.29.65.00 via additional U.S. note 3 for pharmaceutical salts. Imported for soluble analgesic formulations.
Sodium Salicylate
Sodium salt of salicylic acid, classified with parent phenolic carboxylic acid per chapter note 4(C)(1). HTS 2918.29.65.00 per U.S. note 3 for specified pharmaceutical compounds. Used in analgesic and anti-rheumatic preparations.
Gentisic Acid (2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid)
Gentisic acid features multiple phenol functions on benzoic acid core, qualifying under 2918.29 phenolic carboxylics. HTS 2918.29.65.00 via additional U.S. note 3. Pharmaceutical intermediate for analgesics and antioxidants.
Salicylamide
Salicylamide is the primary amide derivative of salicylic acid retaining phenol function. Covered under HTS 2918.29.65.00 per U.S. note 3 for pharmaceutical salicylate derivatives. Used as analgesic active.
Ethyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate (Ethyl Paraben)
Ethyl ester of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, classified with parent phenolic acid per note 4(A). HTS 2918.29.65.00 for specified preservatives. Widely used antimicrobial in cosmetics/pharma.