Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether (1,3-Dimethoxybenzene) from Japan
Resorcinol dimethyl ether serves as a pharmaceutical intermediate and UV absorber. Falls under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as aromatic diether. Imported for sunscreen formulations and dye synthesis.
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%
Import Tips
• Document CAS 151-10-0 and refractive index (1.536-1.538) for identity confirmation
• Light-protected packaging mandatory to prevent photodegradation during import
• Separate from resorcinol monomethyl ether to avoid mixture classification issues