Ethanolamine (2-Aminoethanol) from Japan

Ethanolamine is a primary amino alcohol with the formula HOCH2CH2NH2, featuring both hydroxyl and amino functional groups on adjacent carbons. It qualifies under HTS 2922.50.50.00 as an amino-compound with oxygen function (alcohol group). Used primarily in surfactants, detergents, and as a chemical intermediate.

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

Verify purity levels and provide chemical analysis certificates to confirm classification as a chemically defined compound under Chapter 29

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and proper UN shipping documentation for hazardous classification during transport

Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure product meets 'separate chemically defined organic compound' criteria from chapter notes