Industrial Ethylene Oxide for Sterilization from Japan
Ethylene oxide designated for gas sterilization in medical device manufacturing, still a separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2910.10.00.00. Its epoxide ring defines classification regardless of labeled end-use.
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
• Register under TSCA for chemical import notification
• Provide end-use statement if requested by CBP
• Monitor for DEA precursor watchlist status