Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Aqueous Solution from Japan
Isopropyl alcohol diluted in water to 70% concentration, commonly used as a topical antiseptic and cleaner. Classified in HTS 2905.12.00 under Chapter 29 note (d) as propan-2-ol dissolved in water, where water serves as solvent without altering general use.
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
• Confirm solution concentration via lab analysis; concentrations over 90% may face different pharma regs
• Label as flammable liquid; include child-resistant packaging certs for consumer antiseptic imports
• Avoid retail packing over 1L without FDA prior notice to prevent detention