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Rhodium/Alumina Catalyst for Acetic Acid Production from Japan

High-surface-area rhodium on gamma-alumina support used in the Monsanto process for methanol carbonylation to produce acetic acid. HTS 3815.12.00 classification applies due to precious metal rhodium as active catalytic substance on ceramic support. Industrial scale catalyst for commodity chemical 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

Include BET surface area and metal dispersion analysis in documentation; verify alumina purity to avoid Chapter 28 misclassification; obtain end-user statements for chemical weapons convention compliance