HS Heading 2917 : Polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION
HS Heading 2917 encompasses polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. It classifies 13 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 29 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 2917
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2917.11 | Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Oxalic acid, its salts and esters | 29 | View 2917.11 Package → |
| 2917.12 | Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Adipic acid, its salts and esters | 29 | View 2917.12 Package → |
| 2917.13 | Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters | 29 | View 2917.13 Package → |
| 2917.14 | Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Maleic anhydride | 29 | View 2917.14 Package → |
| 2917.19 | Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Other | 29 | View 2917.19 Package → |
| 2917.20 | Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives | 29 | View 2917.20 Package → |
| 2917.32 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Dioctyl orthophthalates | 29 | View 2917.32 Package → |
| 2917.33 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Dinonyl or didecyl orthophthalates | 29 | View 2917.33 Package → |
| 2917.34 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Other esters of orthophthalic acid | 29 | View 2917.34 Package → |
| 2917.35 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Phthalic anhydride | 29 | View 2917.35 Package → |
| 2917.36 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Terephthalic acid and its salts | 29 | View 2917.36 Package → |
| 2917.37 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Dimethyl terephthalate | 29 | View 2917.37 Package → |
| 2917.39 | Aromatic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, Other | 29 | View 2917.39 Package → |
DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 2917
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 2917 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 2917 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.
Heading 2917 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 2917?
HS Heading 2917 covers Polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, grouping 13 6-digit WCO subheadings.
How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 2917?
Subheadings under Heading 2917 range from 2917.11 to 2917.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.
What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 2917?
US MFN general duty rates for Heading 2917 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.
Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 2917?
Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).
What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 2917?
Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.
How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 2917?
Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.
Can goods under Heading 2917 enter duty-free under USMCA?
Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 2917?
Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 2917?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 2917?
Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.