Diphenyldichlorosilane from Japan
Diphenyldichlorosilane (CAS 149-76-8) is an aromatic organosilicon compound with the formula (C6H5)2SiCl2, classified under HTS 2931.90.0500 as a specific organo-inorganic compound containing silicon directly linked to carbon atoms in aromatic rings. It serves as a key intermediate in silicone polymer synthesis and silane coupling agent production.
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%
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