2-Methyl-1-Pentanol from Mexico
2-Methyl-1-pentanol serves as a flavorant and solvent in specialty chemicals, being a primary branched acyclic alcohol. Classified HTS 2905.19.90 as 'other' saturated monohydric beyond basic chain alcohols.
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
• FCC/USP grade certificates needed for food contact uses
• Chiral specification if enantiopure to justify premium pricing
• Small package imports—watch de minimis rules for chemical samples