2922.19.96.19/N,N-Dimethylethanolamine (DMEA)/Japan

N,N-Dimethylethanolamine (DMEA) from Japan

N,N-Dimethylethanolamine is a tertiary amino alcohol with the formula (CH3)2NCH2CH2OH, classified under HTS 2922.19.9619 as an N,N-dialkyl-2-aminoethanol. It is a clear liquid used primarily as a catalyst in polyurethane foam production and as a pH adjuster in water treatment.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29 note (a)

• Include SDS and handling instructions due to corrosive nature; ensure DOT-compliant packaging for transport

• Avoid misclassification as cleaning preparation (HTS 3402) if sold undiluted for industrial use