Boric Acid Trimethyl Ester from Mexico
Trimethyl borate, ester of boric acid and methanol, used as boron source in ceramics, flame retardants, and organic synthesis. HTS 2920.90.51.00 covers esters of boron inorganic acid (nonmetal). Volatile liquid intermediate.
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
• Hydrolyzes in air; import under nitrogen requires special packaging declaration
• Boron content assay confirms inorganic acid ester status