1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene Optical Brightener Base from Japan
Base material 1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene for producing optical brighteners, listed in HTS 2902.90.40.00. Pure form before formulation into excluded products. Cyclic hydrocarbon per chapter scope.
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
• Distinguish from finished brighteners via formulation docs
• UV stabilizer cert if added
• Small package for R&D avoids bulk duties