Meta-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Pharmaceutical Grade USP from Japan
USP-grade m-hydroxybenzoic acid meets United States Pharmacopeia standards for use in drug synthesis, classified specifically under HTS 2918.29.0800 as the meta isomer of hydroxybenzoic acid with phenol function. This high-purity compound (>99.5%) serves as an intermediate for analgesics and anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals.
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 USP CoA and DMF reference if destined for FDA-regulated pharma production to expedite customs
• Comply with FDA import alerts for organic chemicals; pre-register facility via Prior Notice system