Polymerization-Grade Ethyl Methacrylate from Japan
Polymerization-grade ethyl methacrylate with ultra-low inhibitor content (<10 ppm MEHQ) is used for emulsion polymerization in acrylic latex paints. It is classified under tariff item 2916.14.00 as a pure methacrylic ester, with the minimal inhibitor level being within Chapter 29 note 1(a) allowances.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
PGA flags (1)Show detailsHide detailsHCActive Pharmaceutical IngredientsMay be required
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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients · May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2916. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Document the inhibitor level (<10 ppm) to CBSA to confirm classification as a chemically defined compound
• Provide the assay and impurity profile
• If used in paint production, verify any volatile organic compound regulations