Benzoylformic Acid from Japan
Benzoylformic acid (phenylglyoxylic acid) is an aromatic alpha-keto acid with both carboxylic and ketone groups, falling under HTS 2918.30.90.00 for carboxylic acids with ketone function. It serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical production.
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
• Label containers with UN number for proper hazmat classification as organic peroxide precursor
• Submit Certificate of Analysis (CoA) verifying >98% purity to prevent reclassification as mixtures
• Declare REACH compliance if originating from EU to facilitate customs processing