Methyl Carbitol Solvent (Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether) from Canada
'Methyl Carbitol' is the trade name for diethylene glycol monomethyl ether used in textile dyeing assistants and ink jet formulations. This product classifies under HTS 2909.44.0110 as a chemically defined monomethyl ether per Chapter 29 note (a). Its slow evaporation rate optimizes dye penetration.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Specify trade name AND chemical name on commercial invoice for customs recognition
• Include dye fastness test data if declaring end-use in textiles
• Use nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent oxidation during ocean transit