Ethyl Methyl Oxalate from Japan
Mixed ester ethyl methyl oxalate (CH3OOC-COO-C2H5) used as specialty solvent and intermediate. Covered by HTS 2917.11.00.00 as oxalic acid ester per chapter classification rules. Bp 165-170°C colorless liquid.
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
• NMR spectrum confirms ester ratio; declare as specific mixed ester not simple mixture
• UN1993 flammable liquid; lower flash point (52°C) than symmetrical diesters
• Rare compound; provide synthesis route/method confirmation for customs verification