Isopropyl Benzoate from Japan
Isopropyl benzoate is the isopropyl ester of benzoic acid falling under HTS 2916.31.50.00 'other' esters. Functions as plasticizer and fragrance fixative in cosmetics.
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 CIR cosmetic ingredient review safety assessment documentation
• Include ester content assay (≥98%) via gas chromatography
• Declare low vapor pressure for VOC exemption verification