Butyl Methacrylate from Germany
Butyl methacrylate, the butyl ester of methacrylic acid, serves as a reactive diluent in radiation-curable coatings and printing inks. It classifies under HTS 2916.14.20 as an 'other' methacrylic acid ester, adhering to Chapter 29 rules for unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives. Its low volatility makes it suitable for industrial formulations.
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
• Provide refractive index and boiling point specs matching published values to validate identity
• Include hydroperoxide inhibitor declaration; levels >100ppm may require special handling
• Segregate from strong oxidizers in storage/shipping per NFPA guidelines to prevent polymerization