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Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether (MEHQ) from Japan

MEHQ is a monophenol ether used as polymerization inhibitor, classified HTS 2907.19.80.00. Protects acrylic monomers during storage. Chemically defined inhibitor meeting Chapter 29 criteria.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• ppm concentration specifications critical for end-use

• Light-sensitive - stable packaging declarations needed

• Purity >98% prevents stabilizer classification