2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate Industrial Solvent from Japan

Pure 2-ethoxyethyl acetate, also known as ethylene glycol monoethyl ether acetate, is a colorless liquid ester of acetic acid used primarily as a solvent in industrial coatings and inks. It falls under HTS 2915.39.80.00 as a specific saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester, distinct from other acetic acid derivatives. This chemical provides excellent solvency for resins and is valued for its slow evaporation rate in paint formulations.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

15.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Obtain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure proper chemical classification documentation for CAS 111-15-9 to avoid misclassification

Verify purity levels (>99%) as impurities may trigger reclassification; include certificate of analysis with import paperwork

Comply with TSCA pre-notice requirements for new chemical imports and label containers with UN 1177 hazardous material markings