Benzyl 4-Phenylbutyrate from Japan
Benzyl ester of 4-phenylbutyric acid, classified with parent aromatic acid in HTS 2915.60.10.00. Protecting group reagent in peptide synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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
• Document organic alcohol esterification per Chapter 29 note (A); provide stability data for transport; avoid benzyl alcohol mixture confusion