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Industrial n-Butanol Bulk Solvent

Technical grade butan-1-ol supplied in bulk for industrial solvent applications in paints and coatings. Classified under HTS 2905.13.00.00 as pure n-butyl alcohol, a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol. Meets chapter requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 40.5%

If denatured for fuel use or mixed with petroleum

Denatured alcohols or petroleum mixtures fall under Chapter 27

3814.00.50Higher: 41% vs 40.5%

If formulated as organic paint solvent composite

Organic composite solvents and thinners are classified in heading 3814

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure bulk containers meet UN hazardous material standards; verify no added anti-dusting agents that change classification; confirm flash point documentation for transport

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