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Sodium Valerate from Japan

Sodium pentanoate (sodium valerate) is the sodium salt of pentanoic acid, classified under HTS 2915.60.50.00 as a salt of 'other' butanoic/pentanoic acids. Applied in chemical synthesis and as a food additive.

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

Confirm organic base classification per Chapter Note (C)(1); inorganic salt analysis required

White powder UN 1759 Class 8; ensure anti-caking agent qualifies under Note (f)