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Ethyl Acetate 99% Pure Industrial Grade from Japan

Ethyl acetate is a colorless, volatile ester of acetic acid and ethanol, classified under HTS 2915.31.00.00 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester. It is widely used as a solvent in coatings, adhesives, and inks due to its low toxicity and fast evaporation rate.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify purity certificate (99% min) and ensure UN-approved packaging for flammable liquids; Common pitfall: mislabeling as non-hazardous skips DOT compliance

• Include SDS for customs clearance