Benzoic Acid for Plasticizers from Japan
Specialty benzoic acid for plasticizer manufacturing, particularly benzyl benzoate production. High purity aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.05 with optimized distillation residue (<0.02%). Critical intermediate for non-phthalate plasticizers in flooring and wire insulation.
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 esterification yield data (>98% conversion to benzyl benzoate) in technical documentation
• Specify low distillation residue for clean plasticizer production without discoloration
• Use nitrogen-blanketed storage to prevent oxidation during transit