Methacrylamide with MEHQ Stabilizer from Japan
Methacrylamide stabilized with 100-400 ppm MEHQ (monomethyl ether hydroquinone) to prevent polymerization during storage/transport. Permissible stabilizer per Chapter 29 note (f); remains classified as pure methacrylamide under 2924.19.11.30.
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%
Import Tips
• Specify stabilizer concentration and chemical identity in SDS; levels > permitted trigger 3824 classification
• Verify stabilizer doesn't impart specific end-use properties per Chapter note (g)
• Monitor shelf life declarations; expired stabilizer leads to hazardous material denial