Cinnamic Acid from Japan
Cinnamic acid (3-phenylacrylic acid) is an unsaturated aromatic monocarboxylic acid, but classified here as 'saturated' per tariff structure for certain derivatives; used in fragrances and cosmetics. Under HTS 2915.90.20.00 for aromatic acids.
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
• Cosmetic-grade requires IFRA compliance certification for fragrance use
• Differentiate trans- from cis-isomer in documentation; tariff agnostic but affects value