Suberic Acid from Japan
Suberic acid (octanedioic acid), a straight-chain dicarboxylic acid used in plasticizers and corrosion inhibitors. Falls under HTS 2917.19.70.50 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid without specific subheading. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds with two carboxylic groups.
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
• Submit NMR spectrum confirming linear chain structure vs branched isomers
• Ensure packaging meets UN 3265 Corrosive Solid, Basic, Organic, n.o.s. requirements