Naphthoic Acid from Japan
1-Naphthoic acid is a bicyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals. Under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as other aromatic monocarboxylic acid.
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
• Specify naphthoic acid position (1- vs 2-) to avoid isomer misclassification
• TSCA inventory confirmation for U.S. manufacture/use
• High melting point (160°C); purity specs prevent mixture classification