Salicylic Acid from Japan
Salicylic acid (2-hydroxybenzoic acid) is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with ortho-hydroxy group, used in acne treatments and aspirin synthesis. Classified in HTS 2915.90.20.00 as aromatic saturated 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
• Comply with FDA OTC drug monograph for acne treatments (max 2% concentration)
• USP grade certification required for pharmaceutical imports
• Avoid declaring as 'aspirin intermediate' which may trigger drug classification