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Phenylacetic Acid 98% Technical Grade from Japan

Technical grade phenylacetic acid with 98% purity for industrial chemical applications. Classified in HTS 2916.34.55.00 as 'other' aromatic monocarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 note (a) allowing impurities in chemically defined compounds. Used in pesticide and flavor 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

Certificate of analysis must specify phenylacetic acid content >95% for Chapter 29 classification

Check precursor chemical regulations (DEA List I) even for legitimate industrial uses

Verify bulk packaging meets UN recommendations for solid organic acids