Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether (HQMME) from Japan
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 — 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
• 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