TMQ-8 Rubber Aging Preventer Oligomers from Japan
TMQ-8 is an industrial mixture of 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline oligomers applied in automotive hoses and seals for oxidation protection. It fits HTS 3812.31.00.00 exactly as specified for these rubber anti-oxidizing preparations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
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
• Use commercial invoices detailing nitrogen content and oligomer degree to match TMQ specifications
• For drum quantities, ensure proper IMDG classification if shipped by sea
• Avoid declaring as 'rubber chemicals' generically; specific TMQ reference prevents 3812.90 default