Inhibited Ethyl Acrylate for Polymer Synthesis from Japan
High-purity ethyl acrylate with 25 ppm monomethyl ether hydroquinone (MEHQ) specifically inhibited for safe long-distance transport to polymer plants. HTS 2916.12.50.10 applies as Chapter 29(g) permits identification/safety additives that don't create specific-use suitability. Key raw material for acrylic emulsions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide transport emergency card (TREM card) and 16-point safety data per IMDG regulations
• Declare 'For Further Chemical Processing Only' to prevent end-use classification challenges
• Monitor inhibitor depletion during transit; re-analysis may be required if >50% degraded