tert-Butyl Alcohol for Fuel Oxygenate (96% Purity) from Japan
96% pure tert-butyl alcohol intended as gasoline oxygenate blending component, with minor water content. HTS 2905.14.10.00 classification holds as separate chemically defined compound <99% purity, not yet mixed with hydrocarbons. Improves combustion in fuel formulations.
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
• Declare intended fuel use but classify as pure chemical; EPA fuel registration may apply post-import
• Ensure <1% water content certification to avoid 'aqueous solution' misclassification