Ethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether (Cellosolve) from Mexico
Ethylene glycol monoethyl ether (Cellosolve) is used in inks, dyes, and as a coupling agent in cleaners. It is classified in HTS 2909.44.01 as a monoalkyl ether of ethylene glycol. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined ether-alcohols.
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
• Label with exact chemical name and percentage to comply with TSCA import requirements for new chemicals
• For stabilizer-added imports, document necessity for transport per note (f) to maintain heading classification