1-Hydroxy-6-docosyloxy-2-naphthalene-carboxylic acid from Mexico

A chemically defined aromatic carboxylic acid featuring a hydroxy group and C22 docosyloxy chain on naphthalene, explicitly listed in HTS 2918.99.0600. Used in high-performance surfactant formulations, lubricant additives, and polymer modifiers due to its amphiphilic structure.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

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

Include supplier's synthesis pathway documentation to verify naphthalene substitution pattern matches tariff description

Label with GHS pictograms (corrosive) and batch-specific CAS if assigned; critical for CBP examination

Avoid bulk packaging >25kg/drum without stabilizer, as chapter notes require stabilizers only for preservation