Methyl Acrylate Technical Grade from Japan
Technical grade methyl acrylate contains minor impurities but remains a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 note (a). Classified specifically under 2916.12.50.20 as the methyl ester of acrylic acid, it's used in industrial coatings and adhesives production. Impurities do not alter its primary chemical identity as methyl acrylate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis showing methyl acrylate as principal component (>95%); declare as 'corrosive, flammable liquid' per DOT; check for MEHQ stabilizer levels to avoid mixture classification