Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 29171970: Acyclic Polycarboxylic Acids and Derivatives (excluding plasticizers)

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids and derivatives are chemical compounds that are widely used in various industries for their versatile properties. These compounds are classified under HS Code 29171970, which helps in identifying and regulating their import and export.

According to the product description, HS Code 29171970 specifically refers to acyclic polycarboxylic acids and derivatives, excluding plasticizers. These substances are essential in the production of various products such as adhesives, coatings, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and more.

When it comes to international trade, countries often impose tariffs or duties on imported goods to protect their domestic industries. The bound/MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 29171970 is 4%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners.

The quantity unit for HS Code 29171970 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement helps in accurately calculating the quantity of acyclic polycarboxylic acids and derivatives being imported or exported.

Several special tariff preference programs apply to HS Code 29171970, offering benefits to certain countries. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - Provides duty-free treatment for eligible countries.
• Australia Special Rate - Offers a special rate for imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate - Provides a special rate for imports from Bahrain.
• NAFTA for Canada - Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Canada.
• Chile Special Rate - Offers a special rate for imports from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI) - Provides special rates for imports from eligible countries in the Caribbean region.
• Israel Special Rate - Grants duty-free treatment for imports from Israel.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) - Offers preferential treatment for imports from eligible Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate - Provides a special rate for imports from Jordan.
• Agreement on Trade in Pharmaceutical Products - Grants duty-free treatment for imports of pharmaceutical products.
• Morocco Special Rate - Offers a special rate for imports from Morocco.
• NAFTA for Mexico - Provides duty-free treatment for imports from Mexico.
• Oman Special Rate - Offers a special rate for imports from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA) - Provides special rates for imports from eligible countries in the Dominican Republic and Central America.
• Peru Special Rate - Offers a special rate for imports from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate - Provides a special rate for imports from Singapore.

These special tariff preference programs aim to promote trade and economic cooperation between countries by reducing or eliminating import duties for specific goods.

Importing and exporting of HS Code 29171970 products occur between various US states. The specific states involved in the import and export of these products depend on the demand and supply chain within the country.

HS Code 29171970 represents acyclic polycarboxylic acids and derivatives (excluding plasticizers) that are used in a wide range of industries. The code helps in regulating the import and export of these substances, and various special tariff preference programs provide benefits to specific countries. Understanding HS Code 29171970 is crucial for businesses involved in the import and export of acyclic polycarboxylic acids and derivatives.