Waste Propylene Glycol Heat Transfer Fluid from Japan
Spent glycol mixture from industrial heat exchangers and HVAC systems, degraded thermal properties. HTS 3825.50.00.00 as anti-freeze fluid waste per chapter note 6(d). Less toxic than ethylene glycol but still regulated.
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
• Distinguish food-grade vs industrial grade for disposal options
• Test glycol degradation products (acids, aldehydes)