Food-Grade Phthalic Anhydride from Japan
Ultra-high purity phthalic anhydride (>99.9%) meeting food contact specifications for saccharin production. Classified HTS 2917.35.00.00 as chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a), purity specification doesn't change tariff heading.
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
• Include FDA-compliant COA with heavy metals/ash specifications for food contact validation
• Segregate from technical grades to prevent cross-contamination during customs inspection