Fumaric Acid from Aromatic Hydrocarbons from Japan
Fumaric acid manufactured from aromatic hydrocarbon precursors like benzene via catalytic oxidation. Widely used in food as an acidulant and in resins; classified under this subheading due to specified derivation.
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
• GRAS affirmation required for food use; submit production process verification
• Test for aromatic impurities to prevent environmental compliance issues