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Pure MTBE Chemical Intermediate from Japan

Ultra-pure MTBE used as a solvent or intermediate in organic synthesis, distinctly an ether of monohydric alcohols under HTS 2909.19.14.00. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds.

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

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