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Acetic Anhydride 99% Pure Industrial Grade from Japan

Acetic anhydride (CH3CO)2O at 99% purity, a clear colorless liquid used primarily in chemical synthesis for acetylation reactions. It falls under HTS 2915.24.00.00 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid anhydride, specifically the anhydride of acetic acid, meeting Chapter 29's criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

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

Verify purity certificate and chemical analysis to confirm classification as acetic anhydride under Chapter 29 note (a)

Include SDS and proper UN hazmat documentation (UN1715) for corrosive liquid transport

Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure no added solvents beyond stabilization per Chapter notes