Butoxyethyl Acetate
Butoxyethyl Acetate is the ester derivative of ethylene glycol monobutyl ether, used in inks and lacquers. Under Chapter 29 Note 5, esters of acid-function organic compounds with organic compounds are classified with the compound that occurs last in numerical order. Since the ether-alcohol (2909.43) comes before the acid (2915), the ester is classified under 2909.43.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the ester is considered more specifically as an acetate ester
Some customs authorities may classify acetate esters under the acid heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the ester is derived from ethylene glycol monobutyl ether to ensure classification under 2909.43.00
• Provide a certificate of analysis to customs if requested
• Check if the product requires a WHMIS label for import
Related Products under Tariff item 2909.43.00
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Ethanol
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Ethanol is the monobutyl ether of diethylene glycol, a chemically defined organic compound. It is a slow-evaporating solvent used in industrial coatings, dyes, and cleaning formulations. This product falls under tariff item 2909.43.00 as it is explicitly listed as a monobutyl ether of diethylene glycol.
Butyl Cellosolve (2-Butoxyethanol)
Butyl Cellosolve, also known as 2-Butoxyethanol, is the monobutyl ether of ethylene glycol. It is a colorless liquid with a mild odor, primarily used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and cleaning formulations. This product is a chemically defined organic compound that falls under tariff item 2909.43.00 as a monobutyl ether of ethylene glycol.
Butyl Diglyme (Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether)
Butyl Diglyme, also known as Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, is a high-boiling solvent used in inks, dyes, and chemical reactions. It is a chemically defined monobutyl ether of diethylene glycol, which is explicitly covered by tariff item 2909.43.00. The product is a pure ether-alcohol compound without additional functional groups.
Butyl Glycol Solvent (BG)
Butyl Glycol Solvent, commonly called Butyl Glycol, is ethylene glycol monobutyl ether used in water-based paints. It is a chemically defined organic compound that matches the description of monobutyl ethers of ethylene glycol. This product falls under tariff item 2909.43.00 as an ether-alcohol.
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (Butyl Carbitol)
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether, also known as Butyl Carbitol, is a monobutyl ether of diethylene glycol used as a solvent in household cleaners and inks. It is a chemically defined ether-alcohol compound that falls under tariff item 2909.43.00. The product is explicitly listed in the tariff description.
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether Acetate is the acetate ester of monobutyl ether of ethylene glycol, used in lacquers and nail polish removers as a coalescing agent. Under Chapter 29 Note 5, esters of acid-function organic compounds with organic compounds are classified with the compound that occurs last in numerical order. Since the ether-alcohol (2909.43) comes before the acid (2915), the ester is classified under 2909.43.00.