Cryogenic Liquid Ethylene from Japan
Liquefied ethylene at -103°C for bulk petrochemical delivery via ISO tank containers or rail cars. Remains classified as pure ethylene (HTS 2901.21) per Chapter 29 as physical state doesn't affect chemical classification. Used for on-site vaporization in polymer plants.
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
• IMO Chapter 17 cryogenic tank requirements; include boil-off rate calculations and emergency plans,Purity certificate must specify liquid phase analysis method (GC headspace),Tank recertification dates critical - vessels over 5 years need special documentation