Purified Adipic Acid for Polyurethane from Japan
Refined adipic acid serving as diol component in polyurethane elastomers and coatings. Classified in HTS 2917.12.1000 for its pure acyclic dicarboxylic structure. Essential intermediate avoiding Chapter 29 exclusions.
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
• Include end-use statement for polymer verification; watch REACH annex listings
• Pitfall: ester derivatives misclassified under 2917.12.50