Industrial tert-Butyl Alcohol Solvent (97.5% Purity)
Industrial tert-butyl alcohol at 97.5% purity, supplied in drums for use in paints and coatings. As a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol below 99% purity, it is classified under the tariff item for other butanols.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is actually octanol (2-ethylhexanol)
Octanol is a different saturated monohydric alcohol with its own tariff item.
If mixed with other solvents or additives for a specific use
Prepared additives or mixtures may fall under chemical products not elsewhere specified.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the certificate of analysis states purity below 99% to confirm classification under this item
• Declare the end use (paints/coatings) to the CBSA if asked, as it supports the tariff classification
• Keep shipping documents showing the product is not denatured, as denatured alcohol may fall elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 2905.14.00
2-Methyl-1-Butanol
2-Methyl-1-butanol is a primary acyclic saturated alcohol, a branched-chain isomer of butanol. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, which qualifies it for classification under this tariff item as an 'other butanol'.
2-Methyl-2-Butanol
2-Methyl-2-butanol is a tertiary branched saturated acyclic alcohol, classified as an 'other butanol' under this tariff item. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound used in coatings and cleaners.
2-Methyl-2-Butanol (tert-Amyl Alcohol)
2-Methyl-2-butanol (tert-amyl alcohol) is a tertiary C5 acyclic alcohol. Despite its C5 structure, it is classified under the tariff item for other butanols due to its saturated monohydric nature and use as a gasoline anti-knock additive.
3-Methyl-1-Butanol
3-Methyl-1-butanol, also known as isoamyl alcohol, is a primary saturated monohydric alcohol and a branched-chain isomer of butanol. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, placing it under 'other butanols' in this tariff item.
Butanol Mixtures (C4 Alcohol Blend)
Mixtures containing 60-95% n-butanol, isobutanol, and sec-butanol, used in solvent formulations and chemical manufacturing. As a blend of butanol isomers, it falls under the tariff item for other butanols.
Industrial Isobutyl Alcohol 99.5% Pure
Industrial isobutyl alcohol (2-methylpropan-1-ol) at 99.5% purity is a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, classified as an 'other butanol' under this tariff item.