Azelaic Acid Powder from Japan
Pure azelaic acid in crystalline powder form, a dicarboxylic acid with 9 carbon atoms used primarily in cosmetics for acne treatment and rosacea. Classified under HTS 2917.13.00 as it is specifically azelaic acid, falling within acyclic polycarboxylic acids. Meets chapter 29 note (a) as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity >98% as azelaic acid to avoid reclassification as mixtures
• Ensure proper labeling as 'not for human consumption' if industrial grade to prevent FDA scrutiny
• Verify CAS 123-99-9 documentation; common pitfall is mislabeling as adipic acid (2917.12)