2916.39.46.00/Gentisic Acid (2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid)/Japan

Gentisic Acid (2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid) from Japan

Gentisic acid, an aromatic dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid, qualifies under HTS 2916.39.46.00 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. Used as an analytical reagent, pharmaceutical intermediate, and antioxidant in formulations.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include spectral analysis (NMR/IR) confirming structure for customs verification

• Light-sensitive; specify amber packaging on commercial invoice

• CAS 89-82-7 declaration prevents misclassification as heading 2936 compound