Short-Chain Chlorinated Paraffin Plasticizer Mixture from Japan
A liquid mixture containing short-chain chlorinated paraffins (C10-C13 with >48% chlorine) used as a plasticizer in PVC flooring and cables. It falls under HTS 3824.89.00.00 per subheading note 3 due to its high chlorination degree and listing as a restricted substance preparation. These mixtures are regulated for environmental and health risks.
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
• Verify chlorine content exceeds 48% and chain length C10-13 via lab analysis; obtain TSCA premanufacture notice if new formulation
• Declare exact composition to avoid EPA seizure at customs