Caprolactam with Stabilizer Additive from China
ε-Caprolactam containing minimal phosphoric acid stabilizer for transport stability. Remains classified under HTS 2933.71.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation. Active content >99% lactam.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer <0.1% and purpose 'transport only' to qualify under Chapter 29 note (f)
• Avoid anti-dusting agents that might trigger note (g) specific use determination
• Hydrolysis testing recommended; excess water content may reclassify as aqueous solution