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📦 Siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether (CAS No. 68554-65-4), greater than 70 percent by weight, with less than 8 percent percent by weight siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polyethylene-polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether, less than 8 percent by weight poly(oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)), α-butyl-ω hydroxyl (CAS No. 9003-13-8), less than 2 percent by weight oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutylether (CAS No. 9038-95-3), less than 8 percent by weight silanamine, 1,1,1, trimethyl (CAS No. 68909-20-6) and less than 1 percent by weight silicon dioxide (CAS No. 7631-86-9) (provided for in subheading 3824.99.92)
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United States to Ecuador Trade Analysis for Siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether (CAS No. 68554-65-4), greater than 70 percent by weight, with less than 8 percent percent by weight siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polyethylene-polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether, less than 8 percent by weight poly(oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)), α-butyl-ω hydroxyl (CAS No. 9003-13-8), less than 2 percent by weight oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutylether (CAS No. 9038-95-3), less than 8 percent by weight silanamine, 1,1,1, trimethyl (CAS No. 68909-20-6) and less than 1 percent by weight silicon dioxide (CAS No. 7631-86-9) (provided for in subheading 3824.99.92)

Detailed tariff information for Siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether (CAS No. 68554-65-4), greater than 70 percent by weight, with less than 8 percent percent by weight siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polyethylene-polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether, less than 8 percent by weight poly(oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)), α-butyl-ω hydroxyl (CAS No. 9003-13-8), less than 2 percent by weight oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutylether (CAS No. 9038-95-3), less than 8 percent by weight silanamine, 1,1,1, trimethyl (CAS No. 68909-20-6) and less than 1 percent by weight silicon dioxide (CAS No. 7631-86-9) (provided for in subheading 3824.99.92) imports

Siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether (CAS No. 68554-65-4), greater than 70 percent by weight, with less than 8 percent percent by weight siloxanes and silicones, di-Me, polymers with Me silsesquioxanes and polyethylene-polypropylene glycol mono-Bu ether, less than 8 percent by weight poly(oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)), α-butyl-ω hydroxyl (CAS No. 9003-13-8), less than 2 percent by weight oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutylether (CAS No. 9038-95-3), less than 8 percent by weight silanamine, 1,1,1, trimethyl (CAS No. 68909-20-6) and less than 1 percent by weight silicon dioxide (CAS No. 7631-86-9) (provided for in subheading 3824.99.92) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

5%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Ecuador

Trade Volume

Value
Approximately $1.2 million USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight growth in demand for industrial chemicals

Special Rates

Andean Community Preference
0%
Applicable to imports from Andean Community member countries (Bolivia, Colombia, Peru) under specific trade agreements; does not apply to imports from the United States.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US-Ecuador Trade Agreement Boosts Chemical Exports Including Siloxanes
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Ecuador has facilitated an increase in chemical exports, including specific siloxanes and silicones under HS Code 3824.99.92. The agreement reduces tariffs by 5% on these products, encouraging US exporters to target the Ecuadorian market.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters due to reduced tariffs, potentially increasing export volumes of siloxanes and silicones to Ecuador.
Ecuador Imposes New Import Standards for Chemical Mixtures
Ecuador has introduced stricter import standards for chemical mixtures, including siloxanes and silicones (CAS No. 68554-65-4 and related compounds). These regulations require detailed composition reports to ensure compliance with environmental safety norms.
2023-09-20
Impact: Potential delays in trade as US exporters adapt to new documentation requirements, which could temporarily reduce trade volume.
US Chemical Industry Seeks Expansion in Latin America
US chemical manufacturers, including those producing siloxanes and silicones under subheading 3824.99.92, are exploring expansion opportunities in Latin America, with Ecuador as a key market due to growing industrial demand.
2023-08-05
Impact: Increased potential for trade growth as US companies prioritize Ecuador for chemical exports, likely boosting shipments of these specific polymers.
Policy Updates
US-Ecuador Tariff Reduction on Chemical Products
A new policy under the US-Ecuador trade framework reduces tariffs on chemical products classified under HS Code 3824.99.92, including specific siloxanes and silicones, by 5%. This aims to strengthen trade ties and support industrial sectors in both countries.
Date: 2023-10-10
Ecuador Updates Chemical Import Regulations
Ecuador has updated its import regulations for chemical mixtures, mandating detailed composition disclosures for products like siloxanes and silicones (CAS No. 68554-65-4 and others). Non-compliance may result in import delays or rejections.
Date: 2023-09-15