Adipic Acid (Hexanedioic Acid) from Japan
Adipic acid is a white, crystalline dicarboxylic acid (HOOC-(CH2)4-COOH) used primarily in nylon production. It falls under HTS 2917.12.1000 as a chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid. This classification covers the pure compound without salts or esters.
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 exceeds 99% to avoid reclassification as mixtures under Chapter 38; provide REACH/SDS documentation for hazardous material handling
• Common pitfall: incorrect labeling as 'nylon intermediate' shifts to parts classification