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Adipic Acid Flakes for Nylon Production from Japan

Crystalline flakes of adipic acid optimized for reaction with hexamethylenediamine in nylon-6,6 synthesis. Falls squarely under HTS 2917.12.1000 as acyclic polycarboxylic acid. Supplied in 25kg bags for industrial use.

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

Confirm flake moisture content <0.3% to prevent caking; use anti-dusting bags

Common error: classifying as nylon salt (5402) prematurely