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Methylsuccinic Acid from Japan

Methylsuccinic acid (2-methylbutanedioic acid), an important intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Classified as acyclic polycarboxylic acid under HTS 2917.19.70.50. Chemically defined compound with defined substitution pattern.

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

Include chiral specification if enantiomerically pure

Common misclassification as 'succinic acid derivative' - specify exact structure

Ensure <0.1% heavy metals for pharmaceutical intermediate use