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Methyl Ethyl Ketone Stabilized from Mexico

Stabilized MEK with minimal anti-oxidant to prevent peroxide formation during storage. Classified HTS 2914.12.00.00 as butanone with stabilizer necessary for preservation per Chapter Note 6(f). Used in nitrocellulose lacquers.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Document stabilizer <0.1% and purpose (preservation only) to qualify under Note 6(f)

Verify stabilizer doesn't render product for specific use per Chapter Note 6(e)

Bulk shipments >1000L require spill containment plans for port entry

Methyl Ethyl Ketone Stabilized from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2914.12.00.00