Phloroglucinol Tricarboxylic Acid from Japan
This resorcinol derivative with three carboxylic acids serves in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals. Classified HTS 2917.39.70.00 as aromatic polycarboxylic acid despite phenolic character. Highly soluble in alkaline conditions.
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
• Phenolic function secondary to carboxylic classification per Chapter Note oxygen function
• Dye intermediate requires Color Index documentation
• Distinguish Chapter 32 coloring matters by predominant end-use