Anhydrous Dimethylformamide Solvent from Japan
Anhydrous DMF is water-free for moisture-sensitive reactions like Grignard setups in organic synthesis. As pure N,N-dimethylformamide, it qualifies under HTS 2924.19.11.20 for acyclic amides.
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
• Use UN-approved drums with nitrogen blanketing; declare exact water content (<0.005%) on commercial invoice
• Pitfall: bulk vs packaged affecting valuation