HTS Code 2917.36.0090 — Terephthalic acid and its salts

CODE DESCRIPTION

Full Description

2917.36.0090

Terephthalic acid and its salts (purified terephthalic acid; PTA; PET precursor)

HTS Code Structure

The 10-digit HTS code 2917.36.0090 breaks down as follows:

Level	Digits	Meaning
Chapter	29	Organic Chemicals
Heading	2917	4-digit product family
Subheading	2917.36	6-digit international HS code
US Statistical	2917.36.0090	10-digit US-specific classification

DUTY RATES

Tariff Rates for HTS 2917.36.0090

Rate Type	Rate	Applicable Origin
General (MFN) Rate	6.2000%	All WTO member countries
USMCA Rate	0.0000%	Mexico, Canada (qualifying)
GSP Rate	0.0000%	Developing country beneficiaries
Section 301 (China Additional)	25.0000%	China-origin goods only

⚠ China Section 301 Surcharge: 25.0000%

Goods classified under HTS 2917.36.0090 with Chinese origin are subject to an additional 25.0000% Section 301 duty on top of the general MFN rate. Total effective rate for China-origin goods = 31.2%.

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Regulatory Requirements

Goods classified under HTS 2917.36.0090 have the following compliance requirements beyond standard CBP entry:

🌿 EPA Compliance Required

EPA compliance required. Check TSCA, Clean Air Act, or pesticide registration requirements.

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CLASSIFICATION GUIDANCE

How to Properly Classify Under HTS 2917.36.0090

Correct HTS classification is a legal responsibility. Misclassification — even unintentional — can result in CBP penalties up to 4× the unpaid duties and potential seizure. Here's how to verify your classification:

Review the official HTSUS at hts.usitc.gov for the exact heading and notes for Chapter 29.
Check Chapter and Section Notes — exclusions and inclusions defined in the notes often override apparent classification.
Apply the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) — start with GRI 1 (specific description) through GRI 6 if needed.
Search CBP CROSS database for binding rulings on similar products.
Consult a licensed customs broker for high-value shipments or ambiguous products.

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RELATED CODES

Other HTS Codes in Chapter 29

HTS code data sourced from USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates reflect USITC schedule as of 2026-04-05. Section 301 rates per USTR action lists. Always verify at hts.usitc.gov before making import decisions. This is informational only — not legal or customs advice.