Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Diol

This ether-diol combines propylene glycol structure with methyl ether functionality, used as a coalescing aid in paints, under HTS 2905.39.90.00 as an acyclic diol derivative. The dual hydroxyl/ether nature fits the 'other' category.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+25.0%30.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5.5%โ€”5.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5.5%โ€”5.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2909.43.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 30.5%

If only single hydroxyl functionality

Ether-alcohols with one OH group classify under Chapter 29 ether headings.

3814.00.50Higher: 41% vs 30.5%

If paint additive mixtures

Formulated organic paint composites shift to Chapter 38.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 30.5%

If chemical kits with multiple components

Multi-chemical import sets use prepared chemicals classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Distinguish from monoethers (HTS 2909) via dual OH group documentation

โ€ข Include flash point data (Category 3 flammable liquid) for transport

โ€ข Avoid 'solvent' labeling that triggers Chapter 38 interpretation

Related Products under HTS 2905.39.90.00

1,3-Propanediol

1,3-Propanediol is a colorless, viscous liquid diol with two hydroxyl groups on a three-carbon chain, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00 as an acyclic diol other than ethylene glycol or glycerol. It is widely used as a monomer in polyester fiber production and as a solvent.

1,4-Butanediol

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1,5-Pentanediol

1,5-Pentanediol is a linear five-carbon acyclic diol used in cosmetics, inks, and polymer synthesis, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00. Its structure fits perfectly within the 'other acyclic diols' category excluding ethylene glycol and glycerol.

2-Methyl-1,3-Propanediol

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Neopentyl Glycol

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1,6-Hexanediol

1,6-Hexanediol is a long-chain acyclic diol used in polyurethane elastomers and acrylates, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00. Its six-carbon chain provides flexibility in polymer applications.