α-Resorcylic Acid from Japan
α-Resorcylic acid (2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid) is a dihydroxybenzoic acid named in HTS 2918.29.04.00 under phenolic carboxylic acids without other oxygen functions. It finds use in pharmaceuticals and as a biochemical reagent.
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
• Label with exact isomer designation; test for phenolic vs alcohol oxygen priority; document non-hormonal use to avoid 2937 scrutiny