Industrial Grade Thioglycolic Acid

Technical grade thioglycolic acid used in polymer synthesis and metal extraction, specifically classified under HTS 2930.90.4910. Meets Chapter 29 requirements as a separate chemically defined organo-sulfur acid with direct C-S bond.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.2%+25.0%29.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.2%β€”4.2%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.2%β€”4.2%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4.2%β€”4.2%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4.2%β€”4.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2930.90Same rate: 29.2%

If classified as other organo-sulfur compounds without acid function

Heading 2930 structure prioritizes latest numerical order, but non-acidic sulfur compounds go to 2930.90.91.

3808.94.10.00Higher: 31.5% vs 29.2%

If put up as herbicide or plant growth regulator

Pesticide preparations containing thioglycolic acid derivatives classified in Chapter 38.

2905.19Lower: 13.7% vs 29.2%

If esterified form imported separately

Esters classified with parent acid per Chapter 29 note 3(A), but simple alkyl thioglycolates may go to alcohols.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include assay certificate showing β‰₯80% purity to distinguish from mixtures in 3824

β€’ Label as UN 1940 Corrosive Liquid, pH <2; ensure DOT-compliant packaging

β€’ Document end-use to prevent reclassification as hair waving preparation under 3305