Tinuvin 292 Liquid UV Stabilizer from Japan
2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-6-dodecyl-4-methyl phenol in liquid form (branched and linear), known as Tinuvin 292, is a benzotriazole-based UV absorber explicitly covered by HTS 2933.99.08.00. This aromatic heterocyclic compound protects clear coatings and adhesives from UV degradation. Its liquid form distinguishes it for easy incorporation in formulations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Clearly indicate 'liquid form' on commercial invoice and provide viscosity/flash point documentation
• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations for liquid chemical imports
• Prevent reclassification as phenol derivative (2907) by emphasizing heterocyclic benzotriazole structure