1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate from Japan
PMA (propylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate) is an ester of ether-alcohol used in electronics coatings. Falls under HTS 2909.49.60.00 via ester classification rule staying with parent ether-alcohol. Chapter 29 note (A) governs cross-subchapter ester placement.
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
• Cite Chapter 29 note (A) for ester classification following parent ether-alcohol heading
• Lower odor than acetates requires GC confirmation of structure
• Electronics grade (>99.5%) needs USP/ACS grade certificates