Diphenyl Ureine Salt DPS-3 from Japan
DPS-3 is the sodium salt of an aromatic diphenyl ureine derivative, used as a stabilizer in polymer production. Falls under HTS 2924.21.4500 per note (C)(1) classifying salts with parent organic compound; pure, chemically defined per chapter note (a).
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
• Specify organic base vs inorganic acid in salt formation per note (C)(2) for classification
• Anti-caking agents allowed only if necessary for transport per note (f); excess triggers reclass
• Industrial vs pharma end-use affects marking; misdeclaration common pitfall