Industrial Grade Neopentyl Glycol Powder from Japan
High-purity neopentyl glycol powder (>99.5%) used in manufacturing alkyd resins for paints and powder coatings. As a separate acyclic diol, it qualifies under heading 2905 per Chapter 29 notes (a) and (f) allowing stabilizers for transport. Specifically identified under 2905.39.20.00 as 'other' diols.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include melt point (127-130°C) and assay specs in commercial invoice to substantiate chemical identity
• Declare as 'Not hazardous per Special Provision A97' if meeting criteria to avoid DOT surcharges
• Avoid anti-caking agent concentrations >1% to prevent reclassification under mixtures heading