Methyl Acrylate from Mexico
Methyl acrylate is the methyl ester of acrylic acid, an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It falls under HTS 2916.12.50 as an 'other' ester of acrylic acid, used primarily in the production of polymers, resins, and adhesives. This classification applies to pure chemical forms meeting Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates (e.g
• GC/MS analysis) to confirm it meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds
• Ensure packaging complies with UN/DOT hazardous material regulations as it's flammable and requires proper stabilizers
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; single-isomer purity prevents reclassification under heading 2916.12.10