Propylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
5.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Chemical identity confirmed by refractive index (1.49-1.51) and boiling point (242°C) specs
• Declare as 'solvent, n.o.i.' on commercial invoice with full chemical name
• Monitor REACH/SVHC status for European origin material compliance