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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%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 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