U.S. exports of Monobutyl Ethers of Mono- or Di-Ethylene Glycols (HS 290943) totaled $15.3M in August 2026.
Importers of Monobutyl Ethers of Mono- or Di-Ethylene Glycols paid $15K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 10.36% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Monobutyl Ethers of Mono- or Di-Ethylene Glycols imports of $145K in August 2026 ran 13% below the year-to-date monthly average of $168K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataEthylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE) and diethylene glycol monobutyl ether (DGBE) — the two principal compounds in this heading — are glycol ether solvents widely used in paints, coatings, cleaning formulations, and hydraulic fluids, valued for their ability to couple water and oil phases. Germany leads US supply, with Taiwan and South Korea also significant sources, reflecting established specialty-chemical manufacturing capacity in those countries. Classification under the single 10-digit line 2909430000 is straightforward, but importers should verify whether specific formulations or blends require reclassification under a mixture provision.
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A product imported as a mixture or preparation — rather than a chemically defined compound — may be classified under Chapter 38 or another heading depending on its composition and intended use. If the monobutyl ether is diluted or combined with other solvents in a formulated product, the essential character of the mixture determines classification, and 2909430000 may no longer apply.
While CBP does not require Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for entry, OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard mandates that SDS accompany hazardous chemicals in commerce. Bulk liquid shipments of EGBE also require DOT hazmat compliance, including proper UN identification, packaging group markings, and emergency response information on shipping documents.
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$145KYoY · free account
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$15.3MYoY · free account
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.8M of Monobutyl Ethers of Mono- or Di-Ethylene Glycols and exported $192.7M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2909430000 | Monobutyl Ethers of Mono or Di-Ethylene Glycols | $148K | 10.36% | 100.00% | $15K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2909430000 | Monobutyl Ethers of Mono or Di-Ethylene Glycols | $15.3M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 3 of 10 in heading 2909
Subheading 290943 · $15.3M of $481.6M
Exports · August 2026
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duty collected equals 10.36% of imports for consumption.