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4-Methyl-2-Pentanol from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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

4-Methyl-2-Pentanol from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2905.19.90