Ammonium Terephthalate from Japan
Ammonium terephthalate salt used as a blowing agent in plastics and intermediate. Classified in HTS 2917.36.00.00 following Chapter 29 note (C)(1) for salts of organic acids.
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
• Volatile ammonia warning labels required; thermal stability data in SDS; avoid heat during customs exam