2905.59.90.00/2-Bromoethanol/Japan

2-Bromoethanol from Japan

2-Bromoethanol is a brominated acyclic alcohol derivative used in organic synthesis and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2905.59.90.00 as 'other' halogenated derivatives of acyclic alcohols, separate from ethylene chlorohydrin provisions. Its structure maintains the characteristic alcohol group with halogen substitution.

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 NMR or GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity to distinguish from technical grade mixtures

• Comply with Corrosive/ Toxic substance regulations (UN 2920) and obtain proper DOT placarding

• Verify not classifiable as Chapter 29 note 1(g) addition products by ensuring no anti-dusting agents render it use-specific