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
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
• USP-NF monograph compliance testing; water content <0.1%; medical device master file reference