Pyromellitic Dianhydride (PMDA) from Japan
Pyromellitic dianhydride is a tetrafunctional aromatic dianhydride used in high-performance polyimides for electronics and aerospace. Falls under HTS 2917.39.70.00 as an aromatic polycarboxylic acid anhydride derivative. Its rigid structure enables superior thermal stability.
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
• Molecular weight and purity certification required to distinguish from polymer intermediates
• Highly reactive; ship under nitrogen atmosphere with stabilizer documentation