Azelainic Acid from Japan
Azelainic acid (nonanedioic acid) used in cosmetics (15% acne cream) and polymer production. Although sometimes confused with specific subheadings, classified as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acid under 2917.19.70.50. Chemically defined dicarboxylic acid meeting Chapter 29 scope.
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
• For cosmetic use, provide both chemical CoA and FDA cosmetic notification
• Distinguish from pharmaceutical grade requiring FDA drug master file