4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid from Japan
4-Hydroxybenzoic acid is an aromatic monocarboxylic acid with a hydroxyl group on the benzene ring, classified under HTS 2916.39.46.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It is commonly used as a preservative in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products due to its antimicrobial properties.
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 ≥99%) as required by additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for chemical classification
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and ensure proper Hazard Class labeling for UN 2443
• Confirm CAS number 99-96-7 on all documentation to avoid reclassification