Fumaric Acid from Aromatics from Japan
Fumaric acid produced from aromatic hydrocarbons via catalytic oxidation, primarily used as an acidulant in food/beverage and in polyester resins. Falls under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as fumaric acid derived in whole or in part from aromatic hydrocarbons.
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
• Submit petrochemical pathway certificates proving aromatic hydrocarbon derivation
• For food grade, ensure compliance with FDA specifications and provide COA analysis
• Segregate from general fumaric acid entries to avoid tariff rate discrepancies