3-Methyl-3-Octanol from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide REACH/SDS documentation confirming no excluded additives per Chapter 29 notes
• Declare exact CAS number (78-83-1 for similar isomers) for customs isomer verification
• Monitor flash point documentation for hazardous material import requirements