1-Octanol
1-Octanol, also known as octyl alcohol, is a straight-chain primary alcohol with eight carbon atoms, used in perfume manufacturing, as a flavoring agent, and as a chemical intermediate. It qualifies for HTS 2905.16.0050 as the reference saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol 'octanol' explicitly named in the heading, distinct from isomers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixtures of odoriferous substances containing >20% 1-octanol for perfumery
Fragrance mixtures exceed Chapter 29 scope, classified in Chapter 33 as preparations, not pure compounds
If imported as chemical preparation with anti-caking stabilizer exceeding preservation needs
Additives rendering suitable for specific use exclude from Chapter 29 per note (g), into chemical mixtures
If unsaturated (e.g., containing double bonds) rather than fully saturated
Saturated monohydric alcohols limited to 2905.11-2905.16; unsaturated isomers in 2905.19
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming straight-chain C8H17OH structure to distinguish from branched isomers
• Label containers with UN 1065 hazard info; ensure DOT compliance for flammable liquid shipments
Related Products under HTS 2905.16.00.50
2-Ethylhexanol
2-Ethylhexanol is a branched-chain octanol isomer, a colorless liquid used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the production of plasticizers like dioctyl phthalate and as a solvent. It falls under HTS 2905.16.0050 as an isomer of octanol (octyl alcohol), specifically a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol meeting Chapter 29's criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
3-Methyl-3-heptanol
3-Methyl-3-heptanol is a tertiary octanol isomer used in specialty solvent applications and organic synthesis. It falls under HTS 2905.16.0050 as an 'other' isomer of octanol, a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol per Chapter 29 scope.
4-Methyl-2-pentanol (MIBC)
Note: Correcting—4-Methyl-2-pentanol is C6H14O (hexanol), but for octanol isomers, using 2-methyl-1-heptanol instead for accuracy: 2-Methyl-1-heptanol is genuine C8 isomer used in surfactants. Classified as 'other' octanol isomer, saturated monohydric alcohol.
2-Octanol
2-Octanol is a secondary alcohol isomer of octanol, used as a frother in mineral flotation processes and as a synthetic intermediate. Classified under HTS 2905.16.0050 as an 'other' saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol isomer thereof, fitting Chapter 29's organic compound definitions.