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2-Methylimidazole Catalyst

2-Methylimidazole, a alkyl-substituted imidazole used as epoxy resin curing catalyst, classified under HTS 2933.29.60.00 as 'other' imidazole. Promotes cross-linking in polymer production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+137.5%137.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+110.0%110%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+110.0%110%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+25.0%25%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+27.5%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.29.20Lower: 43.5% vs 137.5%

If specifically 2-ethyl-4-methylimidazole

Certain named alkyl imidazoles have distinct statistical suffixes.

3824.99.39Lower: 37.5% vs 137.5%

If diluted for retail catalyst packs

Retail chemical preparations fall outside pure Chapter 29 compounds.

2902.50.00Lower: 37.5% vs 137.5%

If de-ringed to cyclic alcohol equivalent

Hydrogenated/open-chain forms classify as earlier cyclic alcohols.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Confirm substitution doesn't exceed 'other' scope; include flash point data for DOT shipping; declare CAS 693-98-1 precisely