Distilled Recovery MEK from Japan
Recovered and redistilled methyl ethyl ketone from solvent recycling operations, meeting virgin specifications. Classified HTS 2914.12.00.00 as chemically defined butanone. Used in cost-effective adhesive 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
• Provide distillation specs and GC-MS analysis confirming butanone identity/purity
• Declare recycling origin; doesn't affect classification if meets purity standards
• Monitor for residual aromatics >1%; triggers petroleum distillate classification