Diethyl Ether Extraction Solvent from Japan
Diethyl ether specifically for natural product extractions (essential oils, alkaloids). General solvent use keeps classification at 2909.11.00.00; not specific enough for exclusion.
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
• Avoid 'food grade' or 'GRAS' labeling that could trigger FDA food additive review
• Peroxide inhibitor declaration critical for shelf-stable extraction solvent
• Bulk stainless steel containers preferred over plastic for purity maintenance