n-Pentanol (1-Pentanol)

n-Pentanol, also known as 1-pentanol, is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol with the formula C5H11OH, classified under HTS 2905.19.10.00 as a pentanol isomer. It is a colorless liquid used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and pharmaceutical synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2905.19.90Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If mixed with other alcohols or containing impurities >5%

Mixtures of acyclic alcohols fall under 'Other' rather than pure pentanol isomers.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If when imported as formulated solvent mixture for specific industrial use

Prepared chemical mixtures for specific purposes are classified in Chapter 38.

2710.12Lower: 17% vs 40.5%

If derived primarily from petroleum distillation and imported as fuel component

Petroleum-derived alcohols may classify under Chapter 27 if meeting fuel specifications.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Certificate of Analysis confirming purity >95% as pentanol isomer to avoid misclassification

Ensure proper UN 1105 hazardous material labeling and shipping papers for flammable liquid

Verify no added denaturants that could shift to heading 2905.19.90 or Chapter 38 mixtures