Trimethylolpropane Triethyl Ether

Trimethylolpropane triethyl ether is the triether derivative of trihydric trimethylolpropane. Qualifies for HTS 2909.19.60.00 as chemically defined acyclic ether of polyhydric alcohol. Applied in alkyd resin modification.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2905.42.00.00Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If parent trimethylolpropane

Trihydric acyclic alcohols specifically provided for in 2905.42.

2915.90.18Lower: 29.2% vs 40.5%

If trimethylolpropane triesters

Polyol esters classified later in numerical order per note 5(A).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If mixtures of polyol ethers >50% by weight

Chemical mixtures containing predominantly these ethers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm complete trietherification; partial ethers may classify differently

• Hydrophobizing agent for alkyds; include end-use declaration

• Thermal stability data required for high-temperature applications

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