Butyl Glycol Solvent (BG) from Mexico
Commonly called Butyl Glycol, this is ethylene glycol monobutyl ether used in water-based paints. Chapter 29 heading 2909.43.00.00 covers its ether-alcohol structure.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Flash point documentation for IMDG shipping; avoid retail mislabeling
• Pitfall: water-diluted as Chapter 28 salts