Industrial TBHQ (tert-Butylhydroquinone) Flakes from Japan
Industrial-grade TBHQ flakes serve as an antioxidant stabilizer for petroleum products, rubber, and plastics, preventing oxidative degradation during storage and processing. Classified under HTS 2907.29.25.00 as it is a distinct polyphenolic compound fitting the phenol-alcohols category in Chapter 29. These flakes dissolve readily in organic solvents for easy incorporation.
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
• Provide Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and end-use statement to distinguish from food-grade; ensure no anti-dusting agents render it specific-use per Chapter 29 note (g); comply with TSCA pre-notice if new chemical use