Ammonium Trichloroacetate from Japan
Ammonium trichloroacetate, the ammonium salt of trichloroacetic acid, finds use in biochemical research and protein precipitation. It aligns with HTS 2915.40.50 as an 'other' salt per Chapter Note 5(C)(1) for organic acid salts.
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
• Include nitrogen content analysis confirming ammonium cation presence
• Declare pH range 4.5-6.0 typical for this salt form
• Separate from strong bases to prevent ammonia evolution during storage