2-Mercaptobenzoic Acid from Japan
2-Mercaptobenzoic acid is used in dye synthesis and as a reagent in analytical chemistry. It falls under HTS 2930.90.49 as an aromatic organo-sulfur acid, consistent with heading 2930's scope for non-sulfonated S-C compounds.
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
• Aromatic compounds require CAS registry verification matching 49-49-3
• Ensure no nitro groups present (would shift to 2922 per chapter notes)