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Pinacolyl Alcohol 98% Technical Grade

Technical grade 3,3-dimethylbutan-2-ol at 98% purity, containing minor impurities but meeting Chapter 29 (a) allowance. Classified under HTS 2905.19.90.05 for its primary chemical identity as pinacolyl alcohol. Used in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2905.19.90Same rate: 41.2%

If purity below specification threshold or unidentified impurities

General 'other' category when not meeting exact statistical breakout for pinacolyl alcohol.

2933.99.97.01Higher: 112.5% vs 41.2%

If derivative contains heterocyclic ring structure

Heterocyclic compounds take precedence over acyclic alcohol classification per chapter notes.

3808.94.50Higher: 42.5% vs 41.2%

If put up specifically as pesticide intermediate with added formulants

Goods of Chapter 38 for pesticide preparations exclude Chapter 29 pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit certificate of analysis showing impurities do not change principal chemical character per Chapter 29 note (a)

• Label containers with UN number for flammable liquids and ensure DOT/IMDG compliance

• Avoid anti-dusting agents that could trigger reclassification under note (g) if they impart specific use suitability