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Octanoyl Chloride from Japan

Octanoyl chloride employed in surfactant manufacturing. HTS 2915.90.50.10 covers C8 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid chlorides. Chemically defined per chapter note (a).

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

Biodegradability data may be required for TSCA review

Bulk stainless steel containers preferred over plastic

Manifest as 'acyl chloride' not generic 'organic chloride'