1-Methoxy-2-Propanol (Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether) from Canada
1-Methoxy-2-propanol is an acyclic ether-alcohol derived from monohydric methanol and propylene glycol, used in paints and coatings. While ether-alcohols have separate provisions, this specific isomer falls under 'other' acyclic ethers of monohydric alcohols at HTS 2909.19.18.00 per tariff structure. It meets Chapter 29 criteria for classification.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include REACH compliance documentation if from EU and TSCA inventory status
• Specify hydroxyl value and ether content in technical data sheet
• Use secondary containment packaging for potential spill prevention