2905.16.00/2-Ethylhexanol/Mexico

2-Ethylhexanol from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
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Import Tips

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

• Label containers with UN proper shipping name 'OCTANOL' for DOT compliance during import

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

2-Ethylhexanol from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2905.16.00