Formic Acid for Wastewater pH Adjustment from Japan
Technical 90% formic acid for industrial effluent neutralization, HTS 2915.11.00.00. Biodegradable acid replaces sulfuric in water treatment 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
• Bulk tanker documentation emphasizes chemical identity over treatment use
• Biodegradability claims don't affect classification