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2915.50.50.00/Ethyl Propionate/Japan

Ethyl Propionate from Japan

Ethyl propionate (CH3CH2COOCH2CH3) is the ethyl ester of propionic acid used in fruit flavorings and as a printing ink solvent. Classified per chapter note B with the corresponding propionic acid heading. Colorless liquid with apple-like odor.

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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Import Tips

• FEMA# 2456 required for flavor use; include safety and usage level documentation

• Report VOC content for state environmental compliance programs

• Distinguish from ethyl acetate (2915.31) by providing GC-MS purity certificate