Methyl Acrylate Monomer from Germany
Pure methyl acrylate (CH2=CHCOOCH3) is a colorless liquid unsaturated acrylic acid ester used primarily as a monomer in polymerization reactions. It falls under HTS 2916.12.50.20 as a chemically defined ester of acrylic acid, specifically methyl acrylate, per Chapter 29 notes for separate organic compounds. This classification applies to the undiluted monomer form without additives that would change its chemical nature.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (≥99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound; ensure UN1991 hazmat labeling for flammable liquids; avoid shipping in retail packaging to prevent reclassification under Chapter 38 mixtures