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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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)