Serinol (2-Amino-1,3-propanediol) from Japan
Serinol is a simple amino-diol used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in polymer synthesis, falling under HTS 2922.19.96 for amino-alcohols other than those everything with multiple oxygen types. It qualifies as a chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include NMR or HPLC analysis proving chemical identity and purity for customs verification
• Register under TSCA if new chemical; provide intended use documentation to avoid Section 301 tariffs
• Ship in glass-lined containers to prevent contamination that could affect classification