Pentane (n-Pentane 95%) from Japan
n-Pentane is a volatile saturated acyclic C5 hydrocarbon used in blowing agents for foam production and as a solvent. Classified in HTS 2901.10.5000 as other saturated acyclic hydrocarbons. Includes minimal impurities and transport stabilizers per Chapter 29 criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide distillation range and Reid vapor pressure specs to confirm purity and classification
• Requires special permits for quantities >1000L due to extreme flammability (flash point -49°C)
• Separate from cyclopentane shipments to avoid commingling with cyclic hydrocarbons