1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone (NMP) from Mexico
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone (NMP) is a modified aromatic lactam solvent used in electronics and polymer manufacturing. Classified in HTS 2933.79.08.00 due to its nitrogen heterocyclic lactam structure and inclusion in U.S. note 3 for environmental/safety-regulated compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification and safety data sheets; NMP subject to EPA import notifications
• Declare exact concentration if in solution; pure form must match note 3 specifications
• Avoid bulk packaging over limits; stabilizers must not alter general-use classification