Phenylacetic Acid from Japan

Phenylacetic acid (C6H5CH2COOH) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in penicillin synthesis and as a flavoring agent. Falls under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as a saturated aromatic acid, structurally alpha-toluic 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

• DEA watch list item; provide end-use statement to avoid scrutiny under controlled substance precursors

• Include GC-MS purity certificate (>98%) as customs often tests for contaminants

• Declare exact CAS (102-09-6) to distinguish from DEA-regulated benzyl cyanide precursors