1-Octanol (n-Octanol) from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → 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

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