2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate for Adhesives Production from China
High-purity 2-ethyl-1-hexyl acrylate specified for pressure-sensitive adhesive manufacturing, with low residual odor and color (APHA <10). Falls under HTS 2916.12.5040 as a derivative ester of acrylic acid per heading 2916. Provides flexibility and tack in PSA formulations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include end-use statement for adhesive production to support valuation; avoid commingling with polymer shipments
• Test for peroxides before import—reject if >50 ppm to prevent DOT hazardous rejection