1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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