Undecanedioic Acid from Japan
Undecanedioic acid (HOOC(CH2)9COOH), a C11 dicarboxylic acid used in polymer production and corrosion inhibitors. Falls under HTS 2917.19.70 as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acids. This linear saturated compound fits Chapter 29 scope for pure organic acids.
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 spectra confirming straight-chain structure to prevent confusion with branched isomers
• Include safety data sheets noting low-volume production status for smaller shipment declarations
• Check for TSCA pre-registration if novel chemical variant for US industrial use