Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether (HQMME) from Germany
Hydroquinone monomethyl ether, a substituted polyphenol derivative, falls under HTS 2907.22.5000 as 'other' hydroquinone compounds. Primarily used as a polymerization inhibitor in acrylic resins, adhesives, and UV-curable coatings to prevent premature curing during storage and transport.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheet showing <500 ppm MEHQ concentration typical for industrial polymerization inhibitor applications
• Label containers with GHS hazard pictograms (acute toxicity, skin corrosion) and Spanish/English safety data as required for chemical imports
• Verify TSCA registration status; unregistered new chemicals require EPA Premanufacture Notice (PMN) before import