Thioglycolic Acid
Thioglycolic acid (mercaptoacetic acid), HSCH2COOH, is a chemically defined organic compound containing a mercapto (-SH) group directly linked to a carbon atom and a carboxylic acid function. It falls under HTS 2930.90.4920 as a mercaptocarboxylic acid within the organo-sulfur compounds of Chapter 29. Commonly used in hair perming solutions, metal extraction, and polymer synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing sulfur directly linked to oxygen instead of carbon
Thiosulfates and dithiocarbonates classified earlier in 2930.10, per chapter note on organo-sulfur precedence.
If imported as aqueous solution exceeding transport solvent limits
Solutions beyond safety/transport exceptions fall to Chapter 38 mixtures, not Chapter 29 pure compounds.
If sold as saturated aliphatic carboxylic acid without mercapto function
Absence of -SH group removes organo-sulfur classification, shifting to oxygen-function acids in 2915.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical composition certificates and CAS number (68-11-1) to verify classification as a pure mercaptocarboxylic acid
• Ensure proper Hazard Class 8 labeling and UN 1940 documentation for corrosive liquid transport
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; purity >98% required for heading 2930 separate compounds
Related Products under HTS 2930.90.49.20
2-Mercaptopropionic Acid
2-Mercaptopropionic acid (HS-CH2-CH2-COOH) is an organo-sulfur carboxylic acid with both mercapto and carboxyl groups on adjacent carbons. Classified under HTS 2930.90.4920 as 'other mercaptocarboxylic acids' per Chapter 29 notes defining organo-sulfur compounds. Used in pharmaceutical intermediates and chelating agents.
3-Mercaptopropanoic Acid
3-Mercaptopropanoic acid features a three-carbon chain with terminal mercapto and carboxylic acid groups. This separate chemically defined compound qualifies under HTS 2930.90.4920 as a mercaptocarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 scope. Applied in polymer cross-linking and biochemical research.
Mercaptosuccinic Acid
Mercaptosuccinic acid (thiomalic acid) contains both mercapto and dicarboxylic acid functions in a single molecule. Falls under HTS 2930.90.4920 as 'other mercaptocarboxylic acids' since organo-sulfur takes precedence over oxygen functions per Chapter 29 classification rules. Used in heavy metal detoxification.
2-Mercaptobenzoic Acid
2-Mercaptobenzoic acid (thiosalicylic acid) combines aromatic carboxylic acid with ortho-mercapto group. Classified in HTS 2930.90.4920 as aromatic mercaptocarboxylic acid under organo-sulfur compounds. Key intermediate for thioindigo dyes and pharmaceuticals.
4-Mercaptobenzoic Acid
4-Mercaptobenzoic acid features para-substituted mercapto and carboxylic groups on benzene ring. HTS 2930.90.4920 classification as aromatic mercaptocarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 organo-sulfur provisions. Utilized in nanotechnology and self-assembled monolayers.
Captopril
Captopril, (2S)-1-[(2S)-3-mercapto-2-methylpropionyl]-L-proline, contains a mercaptocarboxylic acid side chain. Despite complex structure, classified under HTS 2930.90.4920 as its mercapto acid functionality defines the organo-sulfur nature per Chapter 29. Pharmaceutical API for hypertension treatment.