Propylene Feedstock for Acrylonitrile from Japan
Propene for ammoxidation process to produce acrylonitrile, used in acrylic fibers and ABS plastics. Chemically defined under HTS 2901.22.00.00 as pure propene. Industrial grade with low water content.
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
• Test for nitrogen impurities to prevent process contamination; use nitrogen-padded storage; provide origin certificates for GSP duty benefits