2909.41.00.00/Diethylene Glycol for Ink Formulations/Japan

Diethylene Glycol for Ink Formulations from Japan

Low-odor 2,2'-Oxydiethanol for flexographic and gravure ink applications as viscosity modifier and humectant. Meets printing ink industry volatility and odor specifications. Pure ether-alcohol under HTS 2909.41.00.00.

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

• Headspace GC for odor compounds (<5 ppm total volatiles) and amine odor test required

• Hygroscopicity and evaporation rate specifications critical for ink performance

• UV stability testing prevents discoloration in light-exposed inks