Diethylene Glycol Aqueous Solution 50% from Japan
50% 2,2'-Oxydiethanol in deionized water solution qualifying under Chapter Note (d) for ether-alcohols dissolved in water. Used in heat transfer applications and deicing fluids. Imported under HTS 2909.41.00.00 as chemically defined compound in water.
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
• Concentration verification by Karl Fischer titration and GC analysis required to confirm Chapter Note (d) applicability
• DI water quality specs (conductivity <1 μS/cm) documentation essential
• Freeze point depression data (-17°C typical) supports end-use claims