Benzotriazole from Japan
Benzotriazole is a heterocyclic compound with fused benzene and triazole rings, widely used as a corrosion inhibitor in antifreeze and metalworking fluids. HTS 2934.99.90.01 covers it as other heterocyclic compounds.
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
• Provide solubility data (soluble in alcohols) for proper shipping classification
• Include EPA pre-manufacture notice if >10,000 lbs annual import volume
• Segregate from strong acids to prevent hazardous decomposition