Coconut Oil Corrosion Inhibitor Base from Japan
Vegetable coconut oil compounded with amine inhibitors for metal surface protection. Used in temporary corrosion prevention for steel during storage/shipping. HTS 3824.99.4190 for fatty mixture preparations.
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
• Corrosion test data supports classification claims during customs valuation
• Marine shipping applications may require IMDG hazardous classification review
• Avoid Chapter 15 by proving chemical modification beyond simple blending