Glycidyl Methacrylate from Mexico
Glycidyl methacrylate (GMA) contains epoxide functionality for crosslinking in powder coatings and reactive diluents. Dual functionality enables advanced polymer architectures; HTS 2916.14.20.50 as acrylic ester per classification notes excluding only specific ring structures. Epoxide ring opens under acidic conditions.
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
• Epoxide number 0.85-0.90 eq/100g titration; UN3082 hazmat; inhibitor-free for some reactive applications