Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (DGMBE) from Japan
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol, a butyl ether derivative of diethylene glycol used as a coalescing agent in latex paints. While technically an ether-alcohol derivative, pure forms are imported under the principal ether-alcohol heading HTS 2909.41.00.00. Essential for high-performance coatings and cleaners.
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
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity and isomer specification to prevent misclassification as 'other ether-alcohols'
• Comply with TSCA import certification requirements for new chemical substances
• Include flash point certification (>77°C) for proper DOT shipping classification