Thiodiglycol (Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)sulfide) from Japan
Thiodiglycol, chemically known as bis(2-hydroxyethyl)sulfide, is a colorless to pale yellow liquid organo-sulfur compound with the formula HS(CH2CH2O)2H. It falls under HTS 2930.70.00.00 as a specifically named separate chemically defined organic compound containing sulfur directly linked to carbon atoms.
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
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and identity as bis(2-hydroxyethyl)sulfide to avoid misclassification
• Comply with chemical export control regulations (e.g
• Wassenaar Arrangement) due to potential dual-use in inks or precursors; obtain necessary licenses
• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling as it may be regulated under TSCA and DOT for transport