3-Phenoxybenzoic Acid Technical Grade from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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