2-Methylbutyric Acid from Japan
2-Methylbutyric acid is a naturally occurring branched saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in flavors and fragrances. HTS 2915.90.50 classification as other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include FEMA GRAS status if food use to expedite FDA review
• Specify optical rotation if chiral (D- or L- form) for proper identification
• Provide peroxide value test results (<5 meq/kg) for transport safety