(R)-α-Aminobenzeneacetic acid from Canada

(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.

Duty Rate — Canada → 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

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

(R)-α-Aminobenzeneacetic acid from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2922.49.05.00