Ethylene Oxide (Pure) from Mexico
Ethylene oxide is a colorless, flammable gas with the chemical formula C2H4O, classified as a three-membered ring epoxide under HTS 2910.10.00.00. It serves as a fundamental organic compound used primarily in industrial synthesis rather than for specific consumer applications.
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
• Classify as hazardous material under DOT regulations with proper UN 1040 labeling
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure cylinders meet DOT specifications
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures which may fall outside Chapter 29