Sodium Acrylate from Japan
Sodium acrylate (CH2=CHCOONa) is the sodium salt of acrylic acid, a white hygroscopic powder used in superabsorbent polymer production for diapers and hygiene products. Classified under HTS 2916.11.00.00 per Chapter 29 note on inorganic salts of organic acids. Typically contains minor anticaking agents for handling.
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
• Declare exact sodium content and verify salt formation per Chapter 29 classification notes
• Include certificate of analysis showing acrylic acid derivation and purity >98%