3-Mercaptopropionic Acid

3-Mercaptopropionic acid serves as a cross-linking agent in polymer synthesis and corrosion inhibitor. It qualifies for HTS 2930.90.49 as an organo-sulfur carboxylic acid, meeting the direct sulfur-carbon linkage requirement of heading 2930.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

2930.80.00.00Lower: 16.5% vs 29.2%

If containing sulfide (-S-) function rather than thiol (-SH)

Different organo-sulfur functional groups have specific subheadings within 2930.

2917.19.40.00Higher: 41.5% vs 29.2%

If classified primarily by polycarboxylic acid function

Oxygen-function acids take precedence if multi-functional per note 3(A).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 29.2%

If diluted solution >25% concentration for safety transport

Chapter notes allow aqueous solutions under 29 only if normal for transport.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include TSCA certification for US environmental compliance; failure common cause of entry refusal

β€’ Label shipments with GHS hazard pictograms (corrosive, acute toxicity) per DOT/IATA regulations

β€’ Document bulk vs packaged formβ€”retail packs may shift to 3824.99