Dibutyltin Dilaurate from Japan
Dibutyltin dilaurate is an organo-tin catalyst with tin-carbon bonds, used primarily as a catalyst in silicone and polyurethane production. It falls under HTS 2931.90.90.29 as other organo-tin compounds per Chapter 29 notes on direct metal-carbon linkages.
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 TSCA certification and confirm <0.1% nonylphenol content to meet EPA stabilizer regulations
• Label with exact tin content and CAS number (77-58-7) for customs verification
• Prevent reclassification as plastic additive mixture under 3824 if purity exceeds 98%