2905.45.00.00/Bio-Based Glycerol 99.9% Pure/Japan

Bio-Based Glycerol 99.9% Pure from Japan

Ultra-pure glycerol from biodiesel byproduct, refined for biotech applications. Chemically identical to synthetic glycerol, classified under 2905.45.00.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol. Bio-origin irrelevant if meeting Chapter 29 purity.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include refining process documentation to distinguish from crude biodiesel glycerol (1520)

• Sustainability certifications helpful but chemical specs determine HTS classification

• For biotech use, align with USMCA rules of origin if from qualifying countries