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
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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