Picolinic acid from Japan
Picolinic acid (2-pyridinecarboxylic acid) is explicitly named under HTS 2933.39.20.00 as a pyridine carboxylic acid. Widely used in metal chelation, nutrition supplements, and pharmaceutical intermediates.
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
• Include melting point (250°C) and assay specs in certificate of analysis
• Provide dietary supplement end-use letters for FDA compliance
• Use moisture-proof packaging to prevent degradation of hygroscopic acid