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Pure 2-Ethylhexyl Thioglycolate

2-Ethylhexyl thioglycolate (synonym for mercaptoacetate) is a specific organo-sulfur compound enumerated under HTS 2930.90.92.12. The sulfur-carbon bond defines its classification per Chapter 29 note on organo-sulfur compounds. Used as co-stabilizer in plastics manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%3.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2930.90.92Same rate: 3.7%

If imported at <95% purity with inert diluent

Impure but chemically defined organo-sulfur compounds fall in residual 'other' subheading.

2915.90Higher: 13.8% vs 3.7%

If classified primarily by ester functionality ignoring sulfur

Chapter notes prioritize latest numerical heading, but sulfur defines principal character.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.7%

If supplied as 75% solution in DOP plasticizer

Mixtures of plasticizer additives exceed Chapter 29 solution provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use GC-MS analysis reports to verify against common adulterants like shorter-chain mercaptoacetates

Package in nitrogen-blanketed drums to prevent oxidation, supporting 'necessary stabilizer' claim

Avoid retail packaging; bulk industrial containers reinforce chemical intermediate status