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Amino-Modified Silicone Fluid from Japan

Amino-modified silicone fluid enhances adhesion in textiles and hair care products. Falls under HTS 3910.00.00.00 as chemically modified silicones in primary form, compliant with Chapter 39 polymer classification rules.

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

Provide FTIR analysis confirming siloxane backbone dominance for CBP review

Avoid shipping in diluted form to prevent Chapter 38 classification

Ensure drum labeling specifies 'primary polymer' status