2-EH Alcohol for Synthetic Lubricants

2-Ethylhexan-1-ol refined for ester-based synthetic lubricant production, classified as saturated monohydric acyclic octanol isomer HTS 2905.16.00.10. Provides low viscosity and oxidative stability in formulations. Exclusively Chapter 29 as chemically defined organic compound.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2915.90.18Lower: 29.2% vs 38.7%

If imported as saturated fatty alcohol ester

Esters classified with acid function compound occurring later in numerical order

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 38.7%

If light oil distillates containing this alcohol

Petroleum oils with organic solvents excluded from Chapter 29 per chapter exclusions

2909.49Lower: 15.5% vs 38.7%

If ether derivative (di-2-ethylhexyl ether)

Ethers of acyclic alcohols classified in heading 2909

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include flash point (>70°C) and distillation range specs in commercial invoice for proper classification

TSCA inventory verification required; notify EPA if aggregate import volume exceeds 10,000 lbs/year

Segregate from halogenated derivatives; Chapter 29 notes exclude sulfonated/nitrated compounds