Sebacic Acid (HOOC-(CH2)8-COOH) from Japan

Sebacic acid is a straight-chain dicarboxylic acid with the formula HOOC-(CH2)8-COOH, classified under HTS 2917.13.0030 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid. It is a white crystalline powder primarily used in industrial applications such as plasticizer production and nylon manufacturing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

4.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify purity levels (>99%) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification; ensure proper chemical labeling per DOT and TSCA regulations

Common pitfall: misclassifying esters as the acid itself

Sebacic Acid (HOOC-(CH2)8-COOH) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2917.13.00.30