Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol from Japan
Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol is the hydrogenated alcohol derivative of furfuryl alcohol with unfused oxygen-heteroatom ring. Used as green solvent in coatings. HTS 2932.19.51.00 covers hydrogenated furan structures meeting Chapter 29 purity criteria.
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
• Verify hydrogenation degree via IR spectroscopy showing no C=C bonds
• UN 2050 flammable liquid; flash point 68°C requires specific drum liners
• Biobased content certification affects green procurement preferences