Phenylacetic Acid from Japan
Phenylacetic acid (α-Toluic acid) is a white crystalline organic compound with the formula C6H5CH2COOH, classified under HTS 2916.34.10.00 as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis.
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
• Verify purity certificate (typically 98-99%) as impurities may affect classification
• Obtain end-use statement to avoid controlled substance scrutiny in pharmaceutical applications
• Ensure proper chemical labeling per DOT and TSCA regulations for hazardous material shipping