2-(N,N-Diisopropylamino)ethyl Acetate from Japan
The acetate ester of 2-(N,N-diisopropylamino)ethanol, classified here as its ester per Chapter 29 note (A) with the parent amino-alcohol in 2922.18.00.00. Used as a protected intermediate in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals. Single oxygen function (ester) maintains classification in this specific subheading.
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
• Include esterification certificates and NMR spectra for verification; check REACH compliance for EU transshipments; avoid bulk packaging over 25kg to minimize hydrolysis risk