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2917.39.30.00/Dimethyl Terephthalate (DMT)/Japan

Dimethyl Terephthalate (DMT) from Japan

Dimethyl terephthalate is the dimethyl ester of terephthalic acid, an aromatic polycarboxylic acid derivative used in polyester fiber and film production. Classified under HTS 2917.39.30.00 due to inclusion in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota-controlled aromatic compounds.

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

• Obtain import license confirming quota eligibility under note 3 before vessel loading

• Label shipments clearly as 'DMT for polyester production' with CAS 120-61-6 to prevent reclassification