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Benzyl Salicylate from Japan

Benzyl salicylate, a salicylic acid ester, serves as UV absorber and fixative in sunscreens and perfumes. Falls under HTS 2918.23.5000 as 'other esters of salicylic acid'—a chemically defined compound within Chapter 29's organic compound provisions.

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

Include FDA cosmetic ingredient labeling if destined for US market; declare flash point for DOT transport; verify no prohibited impurities listed in TSCA inventory

Benzyl Salicylate from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.23.50.00