5-Nitroisophthalic Acid from Japan
5-Nitroisophthalic acid is a di-carboxylic acid with meta-nitro substitution on benzene, classified under HTS 2929.90.15.00 as aromatic nitrogen-function per note 3. Used in polyester and dye synthesis.
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
• Acid value and nitro content assays required; corrosion-resistant packaging; check salt forms under note on inorganic salts