Industrial Sodium Benzoate Flakes from Japan
Flake-form sodium benzoate for industrial applications like corrosion inhibition in coolants and as a chemical intermediate. HTS 2916.31.11.70 applies as it's the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a chemically defined aromatic compound per Chapter 29, with stabilizer only if needed for transport.
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
• File TSCA certification for industrial chemical import; ensure drums are UN-approved for hazmat if applicable; test for heavy metals to meet EPA wastewater regs