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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

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Alternative Classifications

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

2915.50.50.00Same rate: 38.7%

If esterified with carboxylic acids

Esters of acyclic alcohols with acids classify with the later-numbered acid-function compound per Chapter 29 note on esters.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If sold as plasticizer precursor mixture

Commercial mixtures for specific end-use fall outside Chapter 29's 'chemically defined' scope into Chapter 38.

2905.19Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If dodecanol or higher chain length

Saturated monohydric alcohols beyond C8 classify in subsequent 2905 subheadings by carbon chain specificity.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide GC/MS analysis confirming >99% single isomer purity to maintain Chapter 29 classification

β€’ Label containers with UN proper shipping name 'OCTANOL' for DOT compliance during import

β€’ Check for anti-dusting agents; Chapter 29 note (g) allows them if not rendering product use-specific

Related Products under HTS 2905.16.00

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.

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.