Silver/Alumina Catalyst for Ethylene Oxide Production from Japan
15-20% silver on low-surface-area alpha-alumina promoted with cesium for selective epoxidation of ethylene to ethylene oxide. HTS 3815.12.00 classification (silver as precious metal). Primary catalyst for global EO production.
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
• Specify alpha-alumina phase (not gamma); cesium promoter levels critical; high-temperature stability certification