δ-Valerolactone from Japan
δ-Valerolactone is a six-membered lactone ring compound containing oxygen heteroatom only, falling under HTS 2932.20.50 as other lactones. Used in polymer production and as a biodegradable plasticizer.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include polymerization inhibition certificate if stored >6 months to prevent classification as polymer
• Use DOT-spec drums; avoid glass bottles which trigger higher handling fees