Lipoic Acid (Alpha-Lipoic Acid)
Alpha-lipoic acid contains a five-membered disulfide ring with carboxylic acid, classified under HTS 2930.90.4950 as organo-sulfur acid. Direct C-S bonds qualify; cyclic but not excluded heterocyclic per note 8. Used as antioxidant supplement and diabetes treatment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as heterocyclic disulfide
Five-membered rings with heteroatoms classified in heading 2934.
If dietary supplement preparations
Food supplements containing specific vitamins classified Chapter 21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include R/S racemic mixture specification (rac-alpha-lipoic acid)
• Provide USP assay >98% and heavy metals certification
• Distinguish bulk powder from encapsulated supplement form
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Ethyl 2-Mercaptoacetate
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2-Mercaptopropionic Acid
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3-Mercaptopropionic Acid
3-Mercaptopropionic acid (HSCH₂CH₂COOH) is a straight-chain organo-sulfur carboxylic acid with sulfur directly linked to carbon, falling under HTS 2930.90.4950. Excluded from sulfonated derivatives per Chapter 29 note 6; qualifies as chemically defined compound. Applications include surface modification and polymer cross-linking.
Thioglycolic Acid (Mercaptoacetic Acid)
Thioglycolic acid (HSCH₂COOH), also known as mercaptoacetic acid, is the prototypical organo-sulfur carboxylic acid classified under HTS 2930.90.4950. Features direct sulfur-carbon bonding meeting heading 2930 criteria; excluded from Chapter 32 coloring matters. Widely used in hair permanents, metal polishing, and chemical synthesis.
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