Mandelic Acid Isopropyl Ester from Japan
Isopropyl ester of phenylglycolic acid, suiting HTS 2918.19.1500 as an 'other' aromatic ester with the specified oxygen functions, used in fragrance intermediates.
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
• Verify branching via spectroscopy to confirm isopropyl vs n-propyl for accurate heading
• Monitor flash point for IMDG sea shipment as flammable liquid
• Separate from polymer precursors to avoid chapter 39 misrouting