Ethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (Methyl Cellosolve) from Japan
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether (Methyl Cellosolve) is used in semiconductor manufacturing and quick-drying inks. Falls under HTS 2909.44.01 as monoalkyl ether of ethylene glycol. Chemically pure import form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Electronics-grade requires REACH-like purity certs; mismatches cause holds
• PBT chemical listing demands extra EPA notifications