2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate (HEMA) from Germany
2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) is a functional monomer with both acrylate ester and hydroxyl groups, used in hydrogels and contact lenses. It falls under HTS 2916.14.20 as an 'other' methacrylic ester per Chapter 29 ester classification rules prioritizing acid-function heading. The compound remains a separate chemically defined organic compound.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Residual ethylene oxide testing (<10 ppm) required for biocompatibility applications
• Hydroxyl value certification confirms functional group integrity
• Biohazard labeling if medical-grade purity; standard industrial grade simpler