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Monochloroacetic Acid Flakes from Japan

Monochloroacetic acid (MCA) in flake form serves as a key intermediate for producing carboxymethyl cellulose and herbicides. As a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with one chlorine substituent, it fits HTS 2915.40.5050 for other halogenated derivatives beyond named categories.

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

Submit assay reports showing 98%+ MCA content; impurities affect duty and REACH compliance

Use UN-approved corrosive packaging; declare as UN1751 for DOT/OSHA transport rules

Avoid bulk shipments without anti-caking stabilizers, as clumping leads to quality disputes

Monochloroacetic Acid Flakes from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2915.40.50.50