Pelargonic Acid from Japan
Pelargonic acid (nonanoic acid) is a C9 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in herbicides, lubricants, and cosmetics. Classified in HTS 2915.29.50.00 as other saturated monocarboxylic acids.
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
• Include EPA pesticide registration if for agricultural herbicide use
• Verify fatty acid distillation origin doesn't trigger Chapter 15/38 mixtures
• Confirm <0.1% impurities to maintain pure compound status