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4-Methyl-2-Pentanol from Germany

4-Methyl-2-pentanol is a branched secondary alcohol used as a coupling agent in coatings and inks. HTS 2905.19.90 applies as saturated acyclic monohydric alcohol per chapter definitions.

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

• R-phrase handling instructions mandatory on labels for secondary alcohol hazards

• Purity specs (>95%) distinguish from azeotropes that become mixtures

• Avoid plastic drums—use steel/HDPE compatible with alcohol solubility