Ethylenediamine from Japan

Ethylenediamine (EDA) is a colorless liquid organic compound with the formula H2NCH2CH2NH2, classified under HTS 2921.21.00.00 as a basic acyclic polyamine. It is a key industrial intermediate used in chelating agents, pharmaceuticals, and polymer production, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic 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

• Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29 note (a)

• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documenting hazardous nature (corrosive, flammable) for DOT and customs compliance

• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure no added solvents exceed Chapter 29 note (e) transport/stabilizer limits