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9,10-Epoxy Stearic Acid Phenyl Ester from Japan

An aromatic epoxy ester featuring a phenyl ester group and internal epoxide ring on the stearic chain backbone, meeting HTS 2910.90.20.00 aromatic epoxide criteria. Applied as a plasticizer-stabilizer in PVC flooring and coatings.

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%

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