Methyl Methacrylate Monomer
>- Methyl methacrylate (MMA) is the methyl ester of methacrylic acid, a clear, volatile liquid used primarily in the production of acrylic polymers and resins. As a separate chemically defined compound, it falls under tariff item 2916.14.00. It is the most common methacrylic acid ester.
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 |
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Related Products under Tariff item 2916.14.00
2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate
>- 2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate is a branched-chain ester of methacrylic acid, used in pressure-sensitive adhesives and elastomers. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, and as an ester of methacrylic acid, it falls under tariff item 2916.14.00. The branched alkyl chain imparts flexibility and low glass transition temperature.
2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate (HEMA)
>- 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) is a functional monomer with both an ester and a hydroxyl group, used in hydrogels and contact lenses. As an ester of methacrylic acid, it is classified under tariff item 2916.14.00. The hydroxyl group does not alter its classification as a methacrylic acid ester.
Benzyl Methacrylate
>- Benzyl methacrylate is an aromatic ester of methacrylic acid, used in optical resins and coatings. It is a chemically defined organic compound and falls under tariff item 2916.14.00 as an ester of methacrylic acid. The aromatic ring provides high refractive index and hardness.
Butyl Methacrylate
>- Butyl methacrylate is the butyl ester of methacrylic acid, used as a reactive diluent in radiation-curable coatings and printing inks. As a separate chemically defined compound, it is classified under tariff item 2916.14.00. The butyl group provides flexibility and hydrophobicity.
Dicyclopentenyloxyethyl Methacrylate Monomer
>- Dicyclopentenyloxyethyl methacrylate is a chemically defined organic compound and an ester of methacrylic acid. It contains a bulky dicyclopentenyl group linked via an oxyethyl chain, which imparts low shrinkage and high adhesion in radiation-curable coatings. As a separate chemically defined ester, it falls under tariff item 2916.14.00.
Ethylene Glycol Dimethacrylate (EGDMA)
>- Ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA) is a difunctional ester of methacrylic acid, used as a crosslinking monomer in resins. Although it has two methacrylate groups, it is still an ester of methacrylic acid and falls under tariff item 2916.14.00. It is a chemically defined organic compound.