Industrial Grade Terephthalic Acid from Japan
Industrial grade terephthalic acid (typically 99.5% purity) serves as feedstock for polyester fiber production. It qualifies under HTS 2917.36.00.00 as a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a), despite minor impurities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit spec sheets showing PTA content; use UN 2216 proper shipping name for transport; monitor for anti-dusting agents that could invoke Chapter 29 note (g)