Ethyl Acetate (Technical Grade) from Canada
Technical grade ethyl acetate, ester of acetic acid and ethanol, is used in glues, inks, and extractions despite chapter note on ethyl esters following acids. It falls under HTS 2915.39.90.00 as 'other' due to its general use and lack of specific prior classification. Purity typically 99%+ distinguishes it for chemical trade.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6096.3%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Certify ethanol content <0.5% to avoid alcohol headings; use IBC totes for bulk import; beware reclassification if stabilizer content >1%