Humectant Butylene Glycol USP
USP-grade butylene glycol used as a humectant in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It is a pure acyclic diol without excluded additives, falling under tariff item 2905.39.00 as 'other' acyclic diols.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is put up in measured doses or for retail sale for pharmaceutical use
Section VI Note 2 requires classification in Chapter 30 for such goods.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Check if the product is for pharmaceutical use and whether it might be classified under Chapter 30 if put up in measured doses
• Ensure it meets USP standards and provide documentation
• Verify no additives beyond Chapter 29 allowances
Related Products under Tariff item 2905.39.00
1,3-Butylene Glycol
1,3-Butylene glycol (1,3-butanediol) is a chemically defined acyclic diol with two hydroxyl groups on a four-carbon chain. It is used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and as a chemical intermediate. It falls under tariff item 2905.39.00 as an 'other' acyclic diol.
1,4-Butylene Glycol
1,4-Butylene glycol (1,4-butanediol) is an acyclic diol used as a solvent and chemical intermediate, particularly in polyurethane production. It is a chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 and falls under tariff item 2905.39.00 as 'other' acyclic diols.
2,3-Butylene Glycol
2,3-Butylene glycol is a less common diol isomer used in fermentation products and chiral synthesis. As a chemically defined acyclic diol, it falls under tariff item 2905.39.00 for 'other' acyclic diols.
Bulk Hexylene Glycol Drums 99.5% Assay
High-assay bulk hexylene glycol packaged in 55-gallon drums for industrial distribution. It is a chemically defined diol for solvent applications, falling under tariff item 2905.39.00 as 'other' acyclic diols.
Cosmetic-Grade Butylene Glycol
Cosmetic-grade 1,3-butylene glycol with high purity for skincare formulations. It is a separate chemically defined diol per Chapter 29 Note 1(a), stabilized only for transport safety, and falls under tariff item 2905.39.00.
Cosmetic Grade Hexylene Glycol USP/NF
Pharmaceutical/cosmetic grade hexylene glycol meeting USP/NF standards, used as a humectant and solvent in personal care formulations. It is a pure diol under tariff item 2905.39.00.