2915.40.30.00/Trichloroacetic Acid/Japan

Trichloroacetic Acid from Japan

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is a chlorinated derivative of acetic acid used in chemical peeling and protein precipitation. It falls under HTS 2915.40.3000 as an aromatic halogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, specifically a trichloroacetic acid derivative classified as 'other aromatic' in the tariff schedule.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify purity certificate (technical grade vs pharmaceutical) to confirm classification under 2915.40.3000; cosmetic grade may require additional documentation

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) showing chemical structure confirming trichloroacetic acid derivative status and aromatic classification

• Avoid misclassification as general organic chemicals (2915.90); specify 'aromatic other' in commercial invoice to prevent delays