2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate from Japan
2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) is crucial for hydrophilic contact lenses, dental composites, and hydrogel coatings. Hydroxyl group enables hydrogen bonding and water solubility; HTS 2916.14.20.50 'other' ester. FDA medical device monomer status.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• USP-NF monograph compliance testing; water content <0.1%; medical device master file reference