2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate from Japan
2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate, with its branched C8 chain, functions as a flexibility-modifying comonomer in acrylic emulsions for paints. Classified in HTS 2916.14.20.50 as an 'other' methacrylic ester due to complex alkyl structure. Low volatility suits exterior architectural coatings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Molecular weight confirmation (198.28 g/mol); 50-100 ppm TBC inhibitor required; UN3082 Environmentally Hazardous classification often applies