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Dichloroacetic Acid Anhydrous from Japan

Dichloroacetic acid is utilized in organic synthesis and as a reagent for pharmaceuticals. This anhydrous grade represents a dihalogenated saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative, properly classified in HTS 2915.40.5050.

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

• Chemical identity confirmed via NMR or GC-MS; purity certificates prevent lab grade vs technical disputes

• Triple-layer packaging required for corrosives; include GHS labels in English

• Monitor DEA watch list status due to potential misuse in clandestine synthesis