2-Methylfuran from Japan
2-Methylfuran is a simple alkyl-substituted furan ring compound with oxygen hetero-atom only, used as a biofuel component and flavoring agent. Falls under HTS 2932.19.51.00 as an unfused furan ring 'other' compound. Qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a).
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
• Submit NMR spectrum confirming methyl substitution on furan ring position 2
• Classify as UN 2302 flammable liquid; require secondary containment for bulk shipments
• Prevent aggregation with furan (2932.19.10) - substitution changes statistical suffix