4,4-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl) pentanoic acid from Japan

This is a specific carboxylic acid with phenol function, explicitly named in HTS 2918.29.3900. It features two 4-hydroxyphenyl groups attached to the 4-position of pentanoic acid, classifying it under carboxylic acids with phenol function but without other oxygen functions. Used primarily as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming chemical identity and purity to avoid misclassification

Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling per GHS for phenolic carboxylic acids during customs clearance

Verify REACH compliance if from EU; common pitfall is missing stability data for transport