HS Code 2916
Unsaturated and Cyclic Acids
HS code 2916 covers unsaturated acyclic and cyclic monocarboxylic acids, including acrylic, methacrylic and benzoic acids, used in plastics and food preservatio
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HS Code 2916 — Unsaturated and Cyclic Acids
Covers unsaturated acids (like acrylic acid) and cyclic acids (like benzoic acid). These are critical for producing polymers, UV-curable coatings, food preservatives, and pharmaceutical ingredients.
What's included
- Acrylic acid
- Methacrylic acid
- Oleic acid
- Benzoic acid
- Sodium benzoate
What's excluded
- Saturated acyclic acids → use
2915(Saturated acids like Acetic or Stearic acid are in 2915.)
Common examples
- Glacial acrylic acid
- Sodium benzoate preservative
- Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
- Benzoic acid flakes
Frequently asked questions
What is the concern with shipping Acrylic Acid?
It is highly liable to polymerise exothermically; it must be shipped with an inhibitor and within a strict temperature range.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6.5%
- Documentation: Check for 'inhibitor certificate' to ensure cargo stability during transit.
- Typical shipping mode: Tanker
- Top exporters: Germany, Japan, USA
- Top importers: China, Turkey, Italy
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Key takeaway
Highly sensitive chemicals used in high-tech polymers; requires expert handling to prevent dangerous polymerisation.
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