Maleic Anhydride Flakes from Japan
Maleic anhydride in flake form, a white crystalline solid derived from oxidation of butene, classified under HTS 2917.14.5000 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid anhydride. Used primarily as a chemical intermediate for resins and coatings, meeting Chapter 29 note requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29
• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) showing proper UN 2215 shipping name for DOT compliance
• Avoid misclassification as polymer precursor; pure maleic anhydride excludes heading 3900 series