Synthetic Acetic Acid from Methanol Carbonylation from Japan
Acetic acid produced via methanol carbonylation process, identical to natural forms chemically, classified under HTS 2915.21.00.00 as a separate organic compound regardless of production method.
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
• Isotope testing optional for purity proof; REACH-like docs if EU origin