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Isobutyl Alcohol 99% USP Grade from Japan

High-purity 2-Methylpropan-1-ol (isobutyl alcohol) meeting USP standards for pharmaceutical applications such as solvent in medicinal formulations. Classified under HTS 2905.14.5010 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol, specifically the 'Other' butanols category for 2-Methylpropan-1-ol. It contains no impurities that would alter its chemical classification per Chapter 29 notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify purity certificates to confirm USP grade and avoid reclassification; ensure SDS includes exact chemical composition per Chapter 29 note (a); watch for anti-dumping duties on solvents from certain origins