Isooctanol (2-Methylheptanol) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Submit certificate of analysis showing C8 alcohol content to validate isomer classification
• Comply with TSCA import certification for new chemical substances if applicable
• Avoid bulk packaging that could suggest Chapter 27 petroleum classification