4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid from Germany
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid (parabens precursor) is a phenolic carboxylic acid used as a preservative intermediate and in polymer production. Classified under HTS 2918.29.7500 for its phenol-function carboxylic acid structure without additional oxygen groups beyond OH and COOH. Pure form meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide spectral analysis (NMR/IR) confirming structure; comply with TSCA inventory listing; avoid plastic packaging that could cause contamination leaching