Zinc Isovalerate from Japan
Zinc isovalerate, salt of isovaleric acid, used in pharmaceuticals and as feed additive. Classifies under HTS 2915.29.50.00 following branched saturated acid parent compound.
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
• Zinc content assay (20-25%) verification
• Chelate stability testing documentation
• Avoid Chapter 28 metal compound confusion