Anisole (Methoxybenzene) from Japan
Anisole is a colorless liquid aromatic ether with the formula C6H5OCH3, used as a solvent and fragrance intermediate. It falls under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an aromatic ether, chemically defined and not specifically excluded. Primarily imported for chemical synthesis and perfumery applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.629.5%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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 Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming purity and aromatic ether composition to avoid misclassification
• Declare exact chemical name and CAS number (100-66-3) on commercial invoice for customs verification
• Ensure proper Hazard Class labeling (UN 1993) as flammable liquid to prevent shipping delays