(R)-α-Aminobenzeneacetic acid

(R)-α-Aminobenzeneacetic acid, also known as D-phenylglycine, is a chiral aromatic amino acid featuring both amino and carboxylic acid oxygen functions on a benzene ring. It falls under HTS 2922.49.0500 as a specific aromatic amino acid with a single type of oxygen function (carboxyl group). This compound is primarily used as a key intermediate in synthesizing beta-lactam antibiotics like ampicillin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2922.50.25.00Lower: 6.5% vs 35%

If supplied as a simple salt like hydrochloride

Amino acid salts are classified under 2922.50 with the parent acid, per Chapter Note 5(C)(1)

2941.90.30.00Lower: Free vs 35%

If chemically modified into an antibiotic derivative

Derivatives primarily used as antibiotics move to Chapter 29 heading 2941

2933.59.15.00Lower: 6.5% vs 35%

If esterified with aliphatic alcohols

Esters of aromatic acids with aliphatic alcohols classified later in numerical order per Note 5(A)

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide detailed chemical analysis (NMR, chiral purity >98%) and CAS number (875-74-1) to confirm identity and enantiomeric purity

Include end-use statement specifying pharmaceutical intermediate use to avoid misclassification as general chemical

Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling (DOT UN 3261) and stabilizers if supplied in solution form