Stabilized Benzyl Alcohol for Export from Japan
Benzyl alcohol with transport stabilizer (BHT <0.05%) for safe long-distance shipping in ISO tanks. Chapter 29 note 2(f) permits classification under HTS 2906.21.00.00 as stabilizer necessary for preservation. General solvent remains principal character.
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
• ISO tank cleaning certificates critical; residue <50 ppm from prior cargoes
• Validate stabilizer necessity via accelerated stability studies in documentation
• Temperature control records for transocean shipments (<40°C max)