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Propyl Alcohol Industrial Grade 99% from Germany

n-Propyl alcohol (propan-1-ol) at 99% purity for use as a solvent in paints, coatings, and chemical manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2905.12.00 as a chemically defined saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol per Chapter 29 note (a).

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming 99% purity to avoid reclassification as mixtures

• Classify correctly as UN1219 hazardous material; ensure DOT-compliant drums to prevent shipping delays

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on solvent alcohols from certain origins; check Commerce Department updates