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p-Nitrophenylacetic Acid from Japan

p-Nitrophenylacetic acid is a nitrated aromatic derivative of phenylacetic acid (heading 2916), featuring a nitro group on the aromatic ring. This compound falls under HTS 2913.00.40.00 as a nitrated derivative of an aromatic product from heading 2912. It is commonly used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify chemical purity and provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification as a nitrated aromatic derivative

Ensure proper hazardous materials declaration (UN number if applicable) for nitro compounds during shipping

Include detailed chemical structure and CAS number on commercial invoice to avoid reclassification