2915.90.20.00/Mandelic Acid/Japan

Mandelic Acid from Japan

Mandelic acid (hydroxyphenylacetic acid) is an alpha-hydroxy aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in skincare and antibiotics. Classifies under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as aromatic saturated 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%

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Import Tips

• For cosmetic use, ensure FDA cosmetic notification and avoid drug claims

• Specify optical isomer (R/S) if chiral purity affects duty or regulation

• Hydroxy function doesn't trigger phenol classification unless dominant