n-Butyl Bromide from Japan
n-Butyl bromide (CH3(CH2)3Br) serves as a reagent in alkylation reactions and pharmaceutical intermediates production. This alkyl bromide is classified in HTS 2903.69.10.00 as a brominated acyclic hydrocarbon, distinct from methyl bromide. It conforms to Chapter 29 requirements for separate halogenated organic compounds.
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
• Require supplier COA confirming absence of butyl alcohol impurities; comply with REACH if transshipping through EU; use secondary containment for spill prevention