Diglycol Monomethyl Ether from Japan
Diglycol monomethyl ether (diethylene glycol monomethyl ether) serves as a coalescing aid in latex paints and as a solvent in printing inks. This product falls under HTS 2909.44.0110 as a monomethyl ether of diethylene glycol meeting Chapter 29 chemical definition criteria. Its dual solubility properties enhance paint film formation.
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
• Document low water content (<0.5%) and acid number to qualify as chemically pure compound
• Include viscosity and refractive index specs matching pharmacopeia standards
• Avoid bulk packaging over 378L IBCs without special UN approval for Hazard Class 3