Thiodiglycol Ink Solvent TGS-100 from Mexico
Commercial thiodiglycol branded as TGS-100, primarily used as a humectant and solvent in water-based inkjet formulations. Remains under HTS 2930.70.00.00 as the pure compound despite ink industry application.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of >90% purity to distinguish from ink preparations in Chapter 32 or 38
• Register under TSCA if not on inventory; submit PMN if modified formulation
• Bulk packaging must show it's not retail-packed to avoid 3212 classification