Terephthalic Acid with Stabilizer from Japan
Terephthalic acid containing a minimal stabilizer for transport stability, used in PET resin manufacturing. Allowed under HTS 2917.36.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) as the addition is necessary for preservation without changing general use.
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
• Document stabilizer as <1% and transport-necessary; avoid coloring additives triggering note (g) scrutiny; test for solvent content per note (e)