5-Methylfurfural from Japan
5-Methylfurfural is an alkyl-substituted furan aldehyde used in flavor and fragrance industries, containing unfused furan ring with oxygen hetero-atom. Classified HTS 2932.19.51.00 as 'other' furan compounds. Excluded from Chapter 32 coloring matters.
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
• TSCA certification required; provide FEMA GRAS number 2703 for flavor use
• UN 2045 flammable liquid; distillation residue content <2% specified
• Flavor vs industrial chemical declaration affects FDA vs EPA jurisdiction