2916.31.50.00/Sodium Benzoate/Japan

Sodium Benzoate from Japan

Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a chemically defined aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative classified under HTS 2916.31.50.00 as 'other' benzoic acid salts. It is widely used as a preservative in foods, beverages, and pharmaceuticals due to its antimicrobial properties.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

6.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity ≥99% as benzoic acid sodium salt to avoid reclassification

• Include end-use declarations distinguishing food-grade from industrial uses to determine applicable FDA regulations

• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling per GHS standards for transport and storage safety

Sodium Benzoate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2916.31.50.00