2-Methyl-1-Pentanol (Isohexyl Alcohol) from Mexico
2-Methyl-1-pentanol, commonly called isohexyl alcohol, is a branched primary hexyl alcohol isomer with formula (CH3)2CHCH2CH2CH2OH. It fits HTS 2905.19.90.20 as a saturated acyclic monohydric hexyl alcohol isomer used in lacquers and inks. Qualifies as chemically defined per Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• CAS 105-30-6 documentation required for isomer verification
• Ensure no sulfonation; sulfonated versions go to 2904 per notes
• Package with emetic only if for poison identification per note (g)