Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Diol from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Distinguish from monoethers (HTS 2909) via dual OH group documentation
• Include flash point data (Category 3 flammable liquid) for transport
• Avoid 'solvent' labeling that triggers Chapter 38 interpretation