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'