Technical Grade Dimethyl Terephthalate 99% from Canada
Technical grade DMT with 99% minimum assay used in cost-sensitive PET applications. Classified HTS 2917.37.00.00 as chemically defined dimethyl terephthalate meeting Chapter 29 purity standards. Common for textile and strapping applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Minimum assay certificate required; <98% DMT risks reclassification as mixtures
• Super sacks must have PE liners; moisture >0.1% causes hydrolysis during storage
• Color specification L*>92, b*<1.2 critical for classification and end-use acceptance