Crude MDI from Japan
Crude MDI contains oligomeric impurities but remains a chemically defined diisocyanate for industrial use. Falls under HTS 2929.10.55.00 per additional U.S. note 3, allowing impurities as per chapter note 1(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
• Impurity levels must not change principal character; use ISO tanks
• Pitfall: classifying as petrochemical under Chapter 27 if hydrocarbons dominate