3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (M-Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Japan
Meta-hydroxybenzoic acid is a cyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid listed in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, falling under HTS 2916.39.46.00. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and organic chemical production.
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
• Provide assay certificate showing minimum purity levels specified in U.S. note 3
• Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption (hygroscopic compound)
• Declare CAS 99-06-9 accurately; misdeclaration risks chapter 38 reclassification