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Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) Flakes from Japan

Neopentyl glycol, dihydric acyclic alcohol (2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol) in flake form for powder coatings. HTS 2905.49.50.01 includes this polyhydric alcohol.

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

• Physical form (flakes vs molten) doesn't affect classification but note on MSDS

• Ensure no metal alcoholate contamination per chapter note 5(D)