Isophytol Stabilized for Storage from Japan
Isophytol with BHT stabilizer added for long-term storage stability, permitted under Chapter 29 note (f). Remains classified as pure isophytol (HTS 2905.22.2000) since stabilizer is solely for preservation. Used in fine chemical manufacturing for tocopherol production.
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
• Document stabilizer concentration (<0.1%) and purpose (preservation only) per Chapter 29 note (f)
• Include stability data showing necessity for transport/preservation
• Prevent reclassification as perfumery compound if odorants added beyond identification limits