Elastomer Feedstock Isoprene (99.2%) from Japan
99.2% isoprene feedstock for elastomer production like butyl rubber analogs, highly refined. HTS 2901.24.20.00 covers this pure form ≥95% as per chapter notes on separate organic compounds.
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
• Verify inhibitor levels (e.g
• TBC) in COA; use DOT-compliant drums
• Pitfall: polymerization in transit—stabilize properly