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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%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 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