Styrene Oxide from Japan
Styrene oxide contains a three-membered epoxide ring attached to a benzene ring, used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and polymer modifiers. Under HTS 2910.90.91.00 as an other epoxy compound with a three-membered ring, it fits chapter scope for chemically defined organics. Its reactivity necessitates careful handling during import.
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
• FDA import alerts common for styrene derivatives; provide CoA showing <0.1% impurities; avoid water-dissolved forms per note (d) unless transport-justified