Butylene Oxide with Stabilizer from Japan
Stabilized butylene oxide contains added preservatives necessary for transport while maintaining its identity as a chemically defined three-membered ring epoxide under HTS 2910.90.10.00 per chapter note (f). Used in polymer initiator production.
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
• Document stabilizer as 'necessary for preservation/transport' per note (f) with <1% concentration to maintain pure compound status
• Conduct stability testing if challenged by customs on whether additions render it suitable for specific use
• Use stainless steel drums compatible with epoxide reactivity to prevent polymerization during transit