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
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
• 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