Thioglycolic Acid 99% Pure

Thioglycolic acid (mercaptoacetic acid), a chemically defined organic compound with the formula HSCH₂COOH, classified under HTS 2930.90.4910 as an organo-sulfur acid. It features a sulfur atom directly linked to carbon, fitting Chapter 29 note for separate chemically defined compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+25.0%29.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%4.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%4.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%4.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%4.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

2931.90.30.00Higher: 41.5% vs 29.2%

If containing arsenic, lead or other organo-inorganic metals

Organo-inorganic compounds with nonmetals/metals directly linked to carbon fall under heading 2931 per Chapter notes.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.2%

If imported as aqueous solution exceeding Chapter 29 solvent limits

Solutions in solvents not solely for safety/transport classified as chemical preparations in Chapter 38.

2918.19Lower: 14% vs 29.2%

If sold primarily as metal cleaning agent rather than pure chemical

End-use preparations for specific applications may shift to Chapter 29 oxygen-function carboxylic acids.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis confirming purity ≥99% and CAS 68-11-1 identity

Verify compliance with TSCA inventory listing; include proper UN 1940 hazardous material declaration

Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure product meets 'separate chemically defined compound' criteria per Chapter 29 notes