1-Octanol (n-Octanol)
1-Octanol is a straight-chain saturated monohydric alcohol with the formula C8H17OH, used as a chemical intermediate in plasticizers and fragrances. It falls under HTS 2905.16.00 as a primary isomer of octanol, being an acyclic saturated monohydric alcohol. This classification follows Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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If containing unsaturation or diol functionality
Unsaturated or polyhydric alcohols shift to later headings per Chapter 29 classification rule (last in numerical order).
If imported as mixture with >2% impurities or solvents
Mixtures not qualifying as chemically defined compounds under Chapter 29 notes fall to prepared chemical mixtures in Chapter 38.
If for bulk technical grade with high paraffin content
If processed to resemble petroleum-derived alcohols rather than pure organic compounds, may classify as petroleum product.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity certificates to confirm it meets 'chemically defined organic compound' criteria per Chapter 29 note (a)
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) showing stabilizer use if present, as allowed under Chapter 29 note (f)
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures; ensure single isomer content to prevent reclassification to Chapter 38
Related Products under HTS 2905.16.00
2-Ethylhexanol
2-Ethylhexanol is a branched-chain octanol isomer (C8H18O) widely used in the production of plasticizers like DOP for PVC. Classified under HTS 2905.16.00 as an isomer of octanol, it is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol per Chapter 29 definitions. Its chemical purity qualifies it as a separate organic compound.
2-Octanol
2-Octanol is a secondary octanol isomer used as a solvent and chemical intermediate in flavor production. It qualifies for HTS 2905.16.00 as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol isomer, meeting Chapter 29's criteria for separate organic compounds. The classification covers all octanol isomers regardless of primary/secondary structure.
Isooctanol (2-Methylheptanol)
Isooctanol, specifically 2-methyl-1-heptanol, is a branched octanol isomer used in synthetic lubricants and surfactants. It falls under HTS 2905.16.00 as an octanol isomer, being a saturated acyclic monohydric alcohol per Chapter 29 scope. This ensures classification among pure organic chemicals.
3-Methyl-3-Octanol
3-Methyl-3-octanol is a tertiary octanol isomer serving as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis. Classified in HTS 2905.16.00 as it is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol isomer within Chapter 29's organic compound provisions. Its chemical definition excludes it from mixture classifications.
Capryl Alcohol Mixture (Octanol Isomers)
Capryl alcohol refers to commercial mixtures of octanol isomers (C8H17OH) used in cosmetics and flavors. While primarily classified under HTS 2905.16.00 when sufficiently pure, it represents isomer blends of saturated monohydric alcohols per Chapter 29. Purity levels determine chemical compound vs mixture status.