Industrial Acetic Acid 80% Solution from Japan
An 80% aqueous solution of acetic acid used in textile dyeing and polymer production, classified under HTS 2915.21.00.00 as chemically defined acetic acid per chapter note 2(d) allowing water dissolution. It meets the pure compound criteria without rendering it for specific use.
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
• Label exact concentration and confirm water dissolution complies with note 2(d); obtain EPA TSCA registration for industrial use
• Avoid misdeclaration as vinegar (HTS 2209) which has different duties