Brittle Maleic Anhydride Lumps from Japan
Solid maleic anhydride in brittle lump form from cooled molten material, HTS 2917.14.5000 'other' classification for acyclic polycarboxylic anhydrides. Used in paper sizing chemical manufacture.
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
• Declare physical form (lumps vs flakes) accurately as Customs uses form for subheading
• Include infrared spectrum confirming anhydride carbonyl peaks at 1780/1850 cm⁻¹
• Avoid bulk bags >1000kg if retail packing suspected (potential Chapter 38 shift)