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Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol 99% USP Grade from Japan

Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol is the fully hydrogenated derivative of furfuryl alcohol, featuring a saturated tetrahydrofuran ring with a pendant alcohol group. Classified under HTS 2932.13.00.00 as a hydrogenated furan ring compound per subheading description. Used in pharmaceutical solvents and green chemistry applications.

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

• USP grade requires pharmacopeia certificate; ensure batch testing for heavy metals and peroxide content

• Hydrogenation level documentation prevents confusion with furfuryl alcohol; specify saturation via NMR data

• Package in UN-approved containers due to flammability; include proper dangerous goods declaration