Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether (MEHQ) from Mexico
MEHQ inhibits polymerization in photographic gelatin emulsions and serves as an antioxidant in developer solutions. This methoxyhydroquinone derivative stabilizes aromatic compounds during processing. Classified under HTS 2934.99.20.00.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6093.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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 polymerization inhibition test data for classification support
• Declare low moisture content to prevent clumping during customs inspection
• Distinguish from polymer additives through photographic end-use proof