Isobutyl Formate from Japan
Isobutyl formate (HCOOCH2CH(CH3)2) acts as a volatile solvent in inks and adhesives. HTS 2915.13.5000 covers this as an 'other' formic acid ester per Chapter 29's acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acid derivatives.
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 EPA VOC exemption documentation if applicable
• Include refractive index specs (1.385-1.390) for quality verification
• Use UN-approved containers for volatile liquid shipping