Methyl Methacrylate Monomer from China
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) is the methyl ester of methacrylic acid, a clear liquid unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester used primarily as a monomer in polymerization processes. It falls under HTS 2916.14.20.50 as an 'other' ester of methacrylic acid, distinct from butyl or isobutyl variants specified elsewhere. This chemically defined compound is essential for producing acrylic plastics and resins.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels (>99%) via certificate of analysis to confirm classification; ensure UN1263 hazardous material labeling for transport; store below 10°C to prevent polymerization during shipping