Di-tert-Butyl Peroxide (Aromatic Grade) from Japan
Di-tert-butyl peroxide is an aromatic ether peroxide used as a crosslinking agent in rubber and polymer production. Classified under HTS 2909.60.10.00 for aromatic ether peroxides meeting additional U.S. note 3 criteria for chemically defined peroxides in section VI.
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
• Classify as UN3105 hazardous material requiring specific IBC or drum packaging with self-accelerating decomposition temperature documentation
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming aromatic content and peroxide value to match note 3 specifications
• Avoid common pitfall of improper stabilization leading to classification under mixtures heading 3824