2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethanol
Methoxyethoxyethanol (MEETH) or DEGME, used in textile dyeing assistants. HTS 2909.49.60.00 as diethylene glycol methyl ether-alcohol. Pure compound meeting all Chapter 29 applicability criteria.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 5.5% | +25.0% | 30.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| šÆšµJapan | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If listed diethylene glycol ether-alcohols
Specific DEG monoethers have statistical breakout.
If dye preparations containing solvent
Synthetic dye preparations with solvents in Chapter 32.
If finishing agents for textiles
Textile finishing preparations classified in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Hygroscopic; store <50% RH to prevent water pickup
ā¢ Biodegradable >65% confirms OECD compliance
ā¢ Low toxicity (LD50 >5000 mg/kg) supports less restrictive labeling
Related Products under HTS 2909.49.60.00
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (Butyl Carbitol)
Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether is a colorless liquid ether-alcohol used as a solvent in paints, inks, and cleaners. It falls under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as an 'other' ether-alcohol derivative, chemically defined with the structure featuring both ether and hydroxyl groups. This classification applies to its pure form for industrial solvent applications.
Triethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether (TGME) is an ether-alcohol solvent used in gas dehydration and hydraulic fluids. Classified under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as a chemically defined polyether-alcohol not specified elsewhere. Its structure contains multiple ether linkages and a terminal hydroxyl group.
Ethylene Glycol Monohexyl Ether
A higher alkyl ether-alcohol used in coatings and inks, featuring one ethylene glycol unit with hexyl ether chain. Falls under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as 'other' ether-alcohols not specifically named. Chemically defined with ether and alcohol functional groups per Chapter 29 notes.
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether (DPM) serves as a slow-evaporating solvent in water-based coatings. HTS 2909.49.60.00 covers this branched ether-alcohol as 'other' not elsewhere specified. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined organic ether-alcohols.
Propylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
Propylene glycol monophenyl ether functions as a coalescing aid in latex paints. Classified in HTS 2909.49.60.00 as an aromatic ether-alcohol not specifically provided for. Contains both ether linkage to phenyl and free hydroxyl group.
Tetraethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
Tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether (Tetraglyme) used as a polar aprotic solvent in batteries and extractions. While technically a diether, classified under ether-alcohols broadly in HTS 2909.49.60.00 for glycol ether series. Chemically defined per Chapter notes.