Vinyltriethoxysilane from Japan
Although silicones often classified elsewhere, vinyltriethoxysilane with Si-C vinyl bond qualifies as organo-inorganic under 2931.90.90 when imported as pure compound. Silane coupling agent for composites; chapter notes distinguish from polymers.
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
• Flammable liquid UN1993; distillation residue documentation often required
• Common misclassification to 3910 silicone oils—prove monomer status with GC analysis
• REACH Annex XVII restrictions apply to certain silanes