tert-Butanol (2-Methyl-2-Propanol) from Germany
tert-Butanol is a tertiary saturated monohydric butanol classified under HTS 2905.14.5050 as an acyclic alcohol with a branched four-carbon structure. Widely used as a gasoline additive and chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical production.
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
• Include GC-MS purity certificates showing minimum 99.5% tert-butanol content to prevent reclassification
• Declare exact water content (<0.3%) as aqueous solutions may require different headings per chapter notes
• Use stainless steel containers only; avoid plastic drums that could cause contamination issues during customs inspection