2-Methyl-2-Butanol from Mexico
2-Methyl-2-butanol is a branched saturated acyclic alcohol classified in HTS 2905.14.50 as other butanols. Used in coatings, cleaners, and as a flotation agent in mining. Fits chapter 29 for pure organic compounds without excluded features.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure COA shows >99% purity for chemical definition; declare exact isomer
• Common issue: bulk shipments misdeclared as waste