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
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
• 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