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sec-Butanol (2-Butanol)

sec-Butanol is a secondary saturated acyclic monohydric alcohol (CH3CH2CHOHCH3), falling under HTS 2905.14.50 as 'other butanols'. Used in lacquers, resins, and as a chemical intermediate. Meets chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined compounds without disqualifying additions.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2905.22.50Lower: 39.8% vs 40.5%

If cyclic structure present

Cyclic alcohols move to later headings per classification note (goods classified in last numerical order).

3824Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If industrial mixtures with additives

Preparations containing multiple chemicals classified as mixtures, not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide GC/MS analysis to prove single isomer per note (b); label optical activity if chiral

Avoid classifying as 'mixtures' if trace impurities present