3-Phenoxybenzoic Acid Technical Grade from Canada
Technical grade 3-phenoxybenzoic acid (95-98% purity) for large-scale pesticide intermediate production. HTS 2918.99.0500 applies to this specifically named compound despite lower purity, as impurities don't change chemical identity per Chapter 29 note (a). Key precursor for pyrethroid insecticides.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• COA must specify technical grade purity range and major impurities (<5% total); declare synthesis end-use
• EPA TSCA inventory confirmation required; may need Letter of Intent for pesticide production
• Bulk drums (25-200kg) common; ensure UN-approved packaging for solid organic acid