2909.19.60.00/1,4-Butanediol Dimethyl Ether/Japan

1,4-Butanediol Dimethyl Ether from Japan

1,4-Butanediol dimethyl ether (BDE) features methyl ethers on both ends of dihydric 1,4-butanediol. Classified HTS 2909.19.60.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol ether, chemically defined. Alternative diesel fuel additive.

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%

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Import Tips

• Cetane number and energy content data for fuel additive validation

• Distinguish from toxic 1,4-dioxane (cyclic ether, heading 2932)

• Biodegradation testing for environmental release permits