2-EH Alcohol for Synthetic Lubricants from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.7%

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

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