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High Purity m-Hydroxybenzoic Acid for Synthesis from Japan

ACS reagent grade m-hydroxybenzoic acid (>99.8% purity) specifically packaged for laboratory synthesis, classified under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the defined phenolic carboxylic acid. Used in organic chemistry research and fine chemical production.

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

• Small package imports (<5kg) qualify for simplified entry; include lab end-use statement

• Batch-specific CoA with impurity profile prevents reclassification as technical grade

• EU REACH registration may apply for research chemicals; verify chemical safety data