High-Proof Ethanol 90% for Essential Oil Extraction from Japan
90% ABV undenatured ethyl alcohol employed as solvent for extracting essential oils from botanicals in aromatherapy production. Qualifies for 2207.10.60 nonbeverage industrial extraction ≥80% vol.
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
• Provide processing flowcharts showing solvent recovery to prove nonbeverage consumption
• ABV measured at 20°C per chapter notes; slight variations affect proof duty significantly