n-Butyl Acetate 99% Pure Industrial Grade
n-Butyl acetate is a colorless liquid ester produced from acetic acid and n-butanol, classified as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester. It is used primarily as a solvent in paints, coatings, and adhesives, and meets the Chapter 29 definition of a separate chemically defined organic compound.
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 a different acetate ester, such as ethyl or propyl acetate.
Other acetic acid esters fall under a different tariff item in the same subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is pure n-butyl acetate without additives that could change classification
• Have the SDS and certificate of analysis ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify if the shipment requires a WHMIS label for workplace safety
Related Products under Tariff item 2915.33.00
n-Butyl Acetate Bulk Tanker Grade
Bulk tanker grade n-butyl acetate is the same pure chemical compound as other grades, shipped in large quantities for industrial solvent use. It qualifies under tariff item 2915.33.00 as a separate chemically defined organic compound, regardless of volume or packaging.
n-Butyl Acetate Lacquer Thinner Solvent
This is pure n-butyl acetate used as a solvent in lacquer thinners, not a formulated thinner product. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 and falls under tariff item 2915.33.00 for n-butyl acetate.
n-Butyl Acetate Stabilized with MEHQ Inhibitor
n-Butyl acetate with a MEHQ inhibitor added for preservation and safe transport is still classified as n-butyl acetate under tariff item 2915.33.00. Chapter 29 note 1(f) permits stabilizers necessary for preservation or transport without changing classification.
Reagent Grade n-Butyl Acetate ACS Certified
Reagent grade n-butyl acetate with purity above 99.5% is a separate chemically defined organic compound, meeting the Chapter 29 criteria for classification. It is used in analytical chemistry and falls under tariff item 2915.33.00 for n-butyl acetate.
Technical Grade n-Butyl Acetate 85-95% Purity
Technical grade n-butyl acetate with 85-95% purity is still a separate chemically defined organic compound, as impurities are permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(a). It is used in cost-sensitive solvent applications and falls under tariff item 2915.33.00.
USP Grade n-Butyl Acetate Pharmaceutical Solvent
USP grade n-butyl acetate is a high-purity chemical compound meeting pharmaceutical standards, used in manufacturing and extraction. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29 and falls under tariff item 2915.33.00 for n-butyl acetate.