Industrial Liquefied Ethylene for Ethylene Glycol Synthesis from Japan
Liquefied ethylene gas imported for oxidation processes producing ethylene glycol antifreeze and polyester precursors, classified in HTS 2711.14.00.10 due to its status as liquefied ethylene petroleum gas. Transported in specialized semi-trailers with vacuum insulation. Meets chapter definitions for liquefied C2 hydrocarbons.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include GC-MS analysis confirming >95% ethylene content; ensure HAZMAT Class 2.1 labeling
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'natural gas liquids' which routes to 2711.13