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Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade from Japan

High-purity benzilic acid (≥99.5%) meeting USP/EP standards for use as intermediate in anticholinergic drug synthesis like benactyzine. Falls under HTS 2918.17.00.01 as a separate chemically defined compound with the specified carboxylic-alcohol structure. Essential for manufacturing medications treating motion sickness and Parkinson's symptoms.

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

Provide GMP certificate and batch-specific CoA confirming identity/purity; declare intended pharma use to avoid FDA scrutiny

Watch for anti-dusting agents pushing classification under chapter note (g)

Benzilic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.17.00.01