Organic Sodium Benzoate from Japan
Sodium benzoate produced via organic synthesis methods, certified for natural cosmetics. Still classified as benzoic acid salt under HTS 2916.31.11 regardless of production method.
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
• ECOCERT/COSMOS organic certification documents; EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 compliance; restricted substance testing