3-Ketobutyric Acid from Japan

3-Ketobutyric acid, a beta-keto acid, contains ketone and carboxylic functions per HTS 2918.30.90.00 classification. Used in organic synthesis despite instability.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

3.7%

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

Import as stabilized sodium salt to prevent decarboxylation

Full elemental analysis required for customs verification

Avoid 2918.90 if hydroxy tautomer predominates

3-Ketobutyric Acid from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.30.90.00