N,N-Dimethylethanolamine (DMEA) from Canada
DMEA ((CH3)2NCH2CH2OH) serves as a catalyst in polyurethane production and pH adjuster, falling under HTS 2922.19.96.90 as a tertiary amino-alcohol with hydroxyl oxygen function. Chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 scope.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
6.5%
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
Import Tips
• Include catalyst-grade purity certificates (>99%)
• Declare industrial chemical use to prevent cosmetic misclassification
• Use DOT-approved drums for flammable liquid shipping