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Mold Release Agent for Plastics from Japan

A semi-synthetic emulsion mold release for plastic injection molding, low in petroleum oils. Under HTS 3403.99.00.00 as a mold release preparation based on lubricants, excluding petroleum-dominant types. Prevents sticking for clean part ejection.

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

Include mold release efficacy test data and petroleum content analysis

Specify industrial plastics end-use vs. food-grade to guide classification

Package as concentrate to avoid liquid medium wax misclassification