Triethanolamine (TEA) from Japan
Triethanolamine, (HOCH2CH2)3N, is a tertiary amino-alcohol classified under HTS 2922.19.96.90 as it features amino and alcohol functions with only hydroxyl oxygen groups. Common in emulsifiers, cement additives, and personal care products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include SDS (Safety Data Sheets) documenting single oxygen function and CAS 102-71-6
• Monitor REACH-like regulations for impurities that could trigger mixture classification
• Use proper UN packaging for corrosive liquids (UN 1297) during import