Benzoyl Peroxide Paste from Japan
Benzoyl peroxide paste (33% active) functions as a flour bleach, rubber accelerator, and acne treatment active. HTS 2909.60.5000 classifies it as a diacyl peroxide with water/dispersant per Chapter 29 note (d) for aqueous solutions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Dual-use documentation (food/pharma grade) required for appropriate agency review
• Confirm <52% concentration in paste form avoids Type B explosive sensitivity
• Prevent Chapter 30 cosmetic reclassification with bulk industrial packaging proof