1-Methoxy-2-Propanol (Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether) from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
5.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 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