1-Methoxy-2-propanol Acetate from Japan
1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate is an ester of an ether-alcohol, specifically propylene glycol methyl ether acetate, used as a solvent in coatings. Under Chapter 29 note 5(B), esters of ethyl alcohol with acid-function compounds are classified with the corresponding acid, but this ester is derived from an ether-alcohol and acetic acid. It is classified under tariff item 2909.49.00 as 'Other' ether-alcohols, as the ester retains the ether-alcohol function.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is declared as an ether-alcohol ester and not as a separate ester heading
• Provide the chemical structure and purity data to CBSA to support classification under 2909.49.00