3-Phenoxybenzoic Acid from Germany
3-Phenoxybenzoic acid features a phenoxy group (-O-C6H5) at the meta position of benzoic acid, providing aromatic carboxylic acid with additional oxygen ether function. Explicitly listed in HTS 2918.99.0500 for such specifically named compounds per Chapter 29 note (a). Serves as intermediate for insecticides like permethrin.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit NMR/GC-MS spectra confirming meta-phenoxy substitution; purity typically 98%+ for synthesis use
• Declare EPA pesticide intermediate status if applicable; include CAS 3739-38-6 on commercial invoice
• Package with stabilizer if required for transport stability per Chapter 29 note (f)