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1,1-Dichloro-2,2-bis(p-ethylphenyl)ethane from Japan

1,1-Dichloro-2,2-bis(p-ethylphenyl)ethane (DDE) is a chlorinated diaryl ethane compound specifically enumerated under HTS 2903.99.10.00, used historically as an intermediate in DDT synthesis and environmental monitoring standards.

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

Include documentation proving analytical reference standard use, not pesticidal application

Declare under TSCA Section 13 with research exemption justification if applicable

Provide Certificate of Analysis with exact CAS 72-55-9 identification and purity