Industrial Anti-Freeze Concentrate Additive from Japan
Specialty blend of nucleating agents and bitterants for ethylene glycol-based anti-freeze used in heavy equipment. HTS 3824.99.93.97 covers this as an unspecified preparation for chemical industries, distinct from retail consumer products. Enhances freeze protection in non-automotive applications.
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
• Specify industrial machinery end-use to differentiate from automotive Chapter 38 headings
• Declare exact glycol percentage; pure glycols classify under 2905
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with finished products under 3820