Pharmaceutical Grade Adipic Acid USP from Japan
Ultra-pure adipic acid meeting USP standards for use as excipient in tablets and capsules. HTS 2917.12.1000 applies to this chemically defined organic compound without impurities affecting classification. Used in drug formulation for pH adjustment.
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
• Provide FDA drug master file references; ensure GMP certification for pharma imports
• Pitfall: bulk packaging may be scrutinized as industrial grade