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Industrial Benzoic Acid Flakes from Japan

High-purity benzoic acid in flake form for industrial applications including plasticizer production and alkyd resin manufacturing. Meets HTS 2916.31.11.05 as chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid without prohibited additives. Typically 99.8% purity with controlled melting point of 121-123°C.

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 melting point and acid value specifications in commercial invoice to verify purity

Use UN-approved fiber drums (25kg net) with PE liner; ensure proper UN 3077 marking