Propionic Acid for Vinyl Propionate Production from Japan
Specialty propionic acid used as raw material for vinyl propionate monomer in coatings. Chemically defined under HTS 2915.50.1000 as saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, per Chapter 29 scope. Bulk imported for polymer industry.
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
• Supplier COA for esterification suitability; REACH-like TSCA pre-notice; segregate from bases to prevent neutralization