Resorcinol for Rubber Vulcanization from Japan
Technical resorcinol used as a tackifier and bonding agent in rubber tire manufacturing, classified under HTS 2907.21.00.00. Meets industrial purity standards for crosslinking in synthetic rubber compounds.
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
• Specify intended industrial use in commercial invoice but classify chemically per Chapter 29
• Provide manufacturer specifications confirming minimum 99% purity for chemical classification
• Include REACH compliance documentation for EU-origin resorcinol shipments