2-Methyl-1-Butanol from China
2-Methyl-1-butanol is a branched saturated acyclic primary alcohol used in flavorings, fragrances, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Classified under HTS 2905.19.90 as an 'other' saturated monohydric alcohol beyond methanol, ethanol, and propanol/butanol specifics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Submit certificate of analysis showing >98% purity to distinguish from mixtures; REACH/ TSCA registration required for chemical imports
• Declare exact CAS (137-32-6) on commercial invoice; pitfall is mislabeling as 'butyl alcohol' leading to wrong subheading
• For drum quantities, ensure proper venting instructions to prevent pressure buildup during ocean transport