Propylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether from Japan
Propylene glycol monophenyl ether serves as a solvent in inks and coalescing aid in latex paints, featuring aromatic phenyl substitution. Classified in HTS 2909.49.10.00 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for regulated aromatic ether-alcohols.
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 compliance with TSCA inventory listing for new chemical import
• Use stainless steel containers to prevent reaction with phenolic ethers
• Document stabilizer percentage; must be necessary for preservation only