Epichlorohydrin for Glycidyl Ether Synthesis from Japan
High-assay epichlorohydrin (99.7%) specifically distilled for glycidyl ether pharmaceutical intermediates. HTS 2910.30.00.00 classification based on epoxide structure regardless of intended synthesis application.
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
• End-use declarations for pharma cannot override chemical classification rules
• Low water content (<0.05%) specification critical for glycidyl reactions
• Molecular sieve dried product recommended for air-sensitive imports