Mandelic Acid from Japan
Mandelic acid (hydroxyphenylacetic acid) provides antibacterial properties in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Though alpha-hydroxy acid, its phenolic structure qualifies under HTS 2918.29.7500 as 'other' carboxylic acid with phenol function. Excludes Chapter 30 finished formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cosmetic grade requires heavy metals <10ppm; chiral purity specification if enantiopure; avoid alkaline conditions during storage