Tetrahydrofurfuryl Methacrylate from Japan
Tetrahydrofurfuryl methacrylate (THFMA) features a heterocyclic ether ring from renewable furfuryl alcohol, used in bio-based dental composites and adhesives. HTS 2916.14.20.50 covers this 'other' methacrylic ester as the acid remains acyclic unsaturated monocarboxylic. Low odor and high reactivity characterize applications.
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
• Bio-preferred certification documentation; viscosity 5-15 cP specification; phenothiazine stabilizer at 250 ppm prevents gelling