2909.19.18.00/Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE)/Japan

Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) from Japan

MTBE is an acyclic ether produced from methanol (monohydric alcohol) and isobutylene, widely used as a gasoline oxygenate additive. Classified under HTS 2909.19.18.00 as 'other' ethers of monohydric alcohols, this chemically defined compound complies with Chapter 29 notes for acyclic ethers. It is not halogenated, sulfonated, or otherwise modified.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

5.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Comply with EPA fuel additive registration and obtain TSCA pre-manufacture notice if required

• Use DOT-approved containers for flammable liquids with proper placarding for transport

• Include certificate of analysis confirming MTBE purity >99% to maintain chemical classification

Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2909.19.18.00