Stearyl Methacrylate from Mexico
Stearyl methacrylate (C18) provides hydrophobicity in wax-like polymers for personal care. HTS 2916.14.20 'other' per monocarboxylic ester priority. Solid at room temperature, melts ~25°C.
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
• Melting point (20-30°C) verification
• Acid number (<0.5) purity test