3,3-Dimethylbutan-2-ol with Stabilizer

Pinacolyl alcohol containing added stabilizer necessary for preservation during transport, compliant with Chapter 29 note (f). Remains classified under HTS 2905.19.90.05 as the core compound is 3,3-dimethylbutan-2-ol. Essential for safe bulk chemical import.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If stabilizer addition renders product suitable for specific formulation use

Exceeds Chapter 29 note (f) limits; becomes chemical preparation of Chapter 38.

2905.41.00.00Same rate: 38.7%

If primarily functioning as a glycol ether derivative

Later numerical heading (2905.41) takes precedence over earlier alcohol headings.

2915.90.50Lower: 28.8% vs 38.7%

If esterified with carboxylic acid from earlier subchapter

Esters classified with later numerical acid-function compound per note on esters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document stabilizer as solely for preservation/transport, not specific end-use, to maintain Chapter 29 classification

Include quantitative stabilizer composition in import documentation

Test for BHT or similar stabilizers common to alcohol compounds to confirm note (f) compliance