2932.99.55.00/Dimethyl Benzylidene Sorbitol (DMDBS)/Japan

Dimethyl Benzylidene Sorbitol (DMDBS) from Japan

Dimethyl benzylidene sorbitol, chemically Bis-O-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]-D-glucitol, is an aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms used as a nucleating agent in polypropylene plastics. It falls under HTS 2932.99.55.00 as a specifically named aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only. This white crystalline powder enhances clarity and crystallization rate in thermoplastics.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide chemical analysis certificates confirming identity as Bis-O-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]-D-glucitol to avoid misclassification

• Ensure packaging meets UN standards for organic chemicals (potential 9 UN number) with proper hazard labeling

• Declare purity levels (>98% typical) as impurities may affect classification eligibility under Chapter 29 note (a)