Vanillic Acid from Japan
Vanillic acid (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid) qualifies as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid under additional U.S. note 3 to section VI and HTS 2916.39.46.00. Applied in flavorings, fragrances, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
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
• Flavor-grade requires GC-MS analysis confirming vanillin-related purity
• Specify FEMA GRAS status for food use applications
• CAS 121-34-6 declaration essential for proper chapter 29 classification