Tetraethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether from Mexico
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.
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
• Distinguish from hemiacetals by providing IR spectrum showing no O-H stretch
• High boiling point (275°C) requires heat-stabilized packaging for transport
• Document <0.1% water content to maintain chemical stability classification