Methyl Acrylate
Methyl acrylate is the methyl ester of acrylic acid, an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It falls under HTS 2916.12.5050 as 'other' esters of acrylic acid, used primarily as a monomer in polymer production for paints, adhesives, and textiles. This classification applies to the pure chemical compound meeting chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If put up in retail packaging with pigments for artists' use
Pigments and preparations based on acrylic esters in retail forms fall under Chapter 32 for paints, not pure chemicals.
If imported as a formulated mixture with solvents for industrial application
Chemical preparations containing acrylic esters as minor components are classified in heading 3824, not as pure esters.
If polymerized into acrylic polymers
Polymerized acrylic esters become polymers of heading 3906, distinguished from monomers by molecular weight and structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and structure as methyl ester of acrylic acid to avoid misclassification
• Ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous material regulations for flammable liquids; include stabilizers if required for transport
• Verify importer has proper TSCA registration for new chemical substances if not previously notified
Related Products under HTS 2916.12.50.50
Ethyl Acrylate
Ethyl acrylate is the ethyl ester of acrylic acid, classified under HTS 2916.12.5050 as an 'other' acrylic acid ester. This unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivative serves as a key raw material for manufacturing synthetic resins, latexes, and water-based paints. It meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds without exclusions.
n-Butyl Acrylate
n-Butyl acrylate, the butyl ester of acrylic acid, is classified in HTS 2916.12.5050 as an 'other' ester of acrylic acid. This compound is widely used in the production of acrylic polymers for adhesives, sealants, and flexible coatings due to its unsaturated structure. It qualifies under Chapter 29 as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate
2-Ethylhexyl acrylate is a branched-chain ester of acrylic acid, falling under HTS 2916.12.5050 as 'other' acrylic esters. Its low volatility makes it ideal for pressure-sensitive adhesives, sealants, and soft-touch coatings in industrial applications. Classification follows Chapter 29 rules for unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives.
Isobutyl Acrylate
Isobutyl acrylate, the isobutyl ester of acrylic acid, is covered by HTS 2916.12.5050 as an 'other' acrylic acid ester. Used in polymer synthesis for textiles, paper coatings, and adhesives, it features an unsaturated double bond characteristic of heading 2916. This pure compound meets all Chapter 29 applicability criteria.
tert-Butyl Acrylate
tert-Butyl acrylate is the tertiary butyl ester of acrylic acid, classified under HTS 2916.12.5050. This sterically hindered monomer is used in specialty resins and radiation-curable formulations due to its reactivity profile. It qualifies as a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester per Chapter 29.
2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
2-Hydroxyethyl acrylate (HEA) contains both acrylic ester and hydroxyl functionality, classified in HTS 2916.12.5050 as 'other' acrylic ester. The principal acrylic acid ester function prevails for classification. Used in UV-curable coatings, adhesives, and reactive diluents for resins.