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Potassium Monochloroacetate from Japan

Potassium salt of monochloroacetic acid used in specialty detergents and as a buffering agent. HTS 2915.40.1000 applies via chapter note (C)(1) classifying inorganic salts with the organic acid component. Ensures proper placement among halogenated monocarboxylic derivatives.

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

Ion chromatography for cation confirmation; less corrosive than sodium salt but still UN 1759

Common issue: bulk blends classified as Chapter 38