2918.11.51.00/Methyl Lactate/Canada

Methyl Lactate from Canada

Methyl lactate is the methyl ester of lactic acid, classified under HTS 2918.11.51.00 as an 'other' lactic acid ester with the characteristic carboxylic acid alcohol function. Used as a green solvent in paints, coatings, and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

3.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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Import Tips

• Provide Safety Data Sheet (SDS) detailing flash point and VOC content for DOT and EPA compliance

• Declare as 'green solvent' with CAS 98-82-8; avoid generic 'ester' descriptions to prevent delays

Methyl Lactate from Canada — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.11.51.00