2917.36.00.00/Terephthalic Acid with Stabilizer/Japan

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%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

• Document stabilizer as <1% and transport-necessary; avoid coloring additives triggering note (g) scrutiny; test for solvent content per note (e)