Isobutanol (2-Methyl-1-Propanol) from Mexico

Isobutanol is a primary saturated monohydric alcohol with the formula (CH3)2CHCH2OH, classified under HTS 2905.14.50 as one of the 'other butanols'. It is a colorless liquid used as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and inks, and as a chemical intermediate. This acyclic alcohol fits chapter 29 note (a) for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

15.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify purity certificate to confirm it's chemically defined per chapter 29 note (a); ensure no added stabilizers exceed note (f) limits

Common pitfall: misclassification as mixtures if blended with solvents

Isobutanol (2-Methyl-1-Propanol) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2905.14.50