Monochloroacetic Acid Benzyl Ester from Japan
Benzyl monochloroacetate is an aromatic ester of monochloroacetic acid, classified in HTS 2915.40.20.00 pursuant to additional U.S. note 3 for halogenated derivatives. Key intermediate in fragrance synthesis.
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
• Certify benzyl aromatic nature; odor documentation if additives present per note 6(G)
• Avoid retail packing resembling chapter exclusions