Industrial Grade Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether from Japan
Industrial Butyl Carbitol for paint thinners and cleaners, chemically defined as diethylene glycol monobutyl ether. HTS 2909.43.00.00 applies to this non-halogenated, non-sulfonated ether-alcohol.
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
• Certify industrial vs consumer use; IBC drum labeling required
• Common error: classifying with colorants as Chapter 32