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