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2-Ethylhexanol from Germany

2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) is a branched C8 saturated monohydric alcohol used to produce plasticizers like DOP. HTS 2905.19.90.90 covers this as an 'other' saturated acyclic monohydric alcohol.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide manufacturer's specification sheet confirming monohydric nature (one OH group)

• Large volume shipments require proper stainless steel compatibility certification