Capryl Alcohol Mixture (Octanol Isomers) from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GC chromatograms must show predominant octanol isomers to qualify under 2905.16.00
• IFRA certificates needed if declaring fragrance use to prevent Chapter 33 exclusion
• Separate isomer mixtures from polyalcohol blends to avoid 2905.17 classification