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Benzoic Acid Flakes USP Grade from Japan

Pharmaceutical grade benzoic acid flakes meeting USP standards, classified as the parent aromatic monocarboxylic acid under HTS 2916.31.11.90 ('other'). Used in topical antifungal creams and as a preservative intermediate.

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

Include USP/EP certificate and full CoA showing assay >99.5% benzoic acid

Declare exact purity level; technical grade may qualify for different rates