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MEHQ-Stabilized Methyl Acrylate from Japan

Methyl acrylate with 4-methoxyphenol (MEHQ) stabilizer at 25-100 ppm for transport safety, allowed under Chapter 29 note (f). Retains HTS 2916.12.50.20 classification as the stabilizer is solely for preservation, not specific use. Common in adhesive and textile industries.

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

• Specify stabilizer type/ppm on SDS; ensure <250 ppm MEHQ to avoid mixture status; comply with US EPA pre-manufacture notice if new use