Tributyltin Laurate from Japan
This tributyltin salt of lauric acid is a chemically defined compound under HTS 2931.20.00.00, following Chapter 29 rules for organic salts classification. Used as a heat stabilizer in plastics processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify RoHS compliance if destined for electrical components
• Declare as organotin stabilizer on commercial invoice
• Monitor EU restriction limits (0.1% in articles)