2918.19.12.00 - Mandelic acid 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 15.4¢/kg + 67.5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This category specifically classifies Phenylglycolic acid, commonly known as Mandelic acid, along with its salts and esters. Mandelic acid is an organic compound that contains both a carboxylic acid group and a hydroxyl group attached to the same carbon atom, which is also bonded to a phenyl group. It is recognized for its use in various industrial and pharmaceutical applications, including as a chemical intermediate and in dermatological treatments.
The distinction between this specific classification and its sibling, 2918.19.15.00 ("Other"), lies in the precise chemical identity of the product. While the sibling category encompasses other carboxylic acids with an alcohol function and no other oxygen function, this node is exclusively reserved for mandelic acid and its direct derivatives. Therefore, any product that is not mandelic acid, or a salt or ester thereof, would fall under the "Other" category at this level.
As this is a terminal node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification within 2918.19.12.00 is therefore definitive for pure mandelic acid, its salts, and its esters, without the need for further subdivision based on chemical variations or specific applications beyond these forms.