Orthoboric Acid USP Grade from Japan
USP-grade orthoboric acid meets pharmaceutical standards for use in eye washes and as a preservative. Classified in HTS 2810.00.00.00 as boric acid, chemically defined per Chapter notes. High purity (99.8%+) ensures compliance for medical applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include USP certificate of analysis for FDA clearance at entry
• Segregate from pesticide grades to avoid regulatory overlap
• Declare for personal care use if applicable to leverage lower scrutiny