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.
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If confirmed as hexanol (C6) contaminant
Carbon chain length determines specific 2905 subheading; shorter chains classify earlier.
If derived from petroleum processing
Petroleum-derived alcohols may classify in Chapter 27 if not purified to organic compound standards.
If when incorporated into surfactant preparations
Surface-active preparations containing alcohols classify in Chapter 34, not pure compounds.
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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-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.
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.
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.