Neopentyl Alcohol

Neopentyl alcohol (2,2-dimethyl-1-propanol) is a highly branched saturated acyclic primary alcohol used in specialty polymer synthesis. Classified in HTS 2905.19.90 as an unsaturated monohydric alcohol outside enumerated subheadings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2906.19Lower: 15.5% vs 38.7%

If unsaturated (double/triple bonds present)

Unsaturated acyclic alcohols classified in heading 2906, separate from saturated.

2933.99.97.01Lower: 6.5% vs 38.7%

If when part of heterocyclic synthesis intermediate

If containing ring structures formed during production, moves to Chapter 29 heterocyclics.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.7%

If diluted for safe transport

Solvent-diluted forms excluded from Chapter 29 per note (e) if not solely for safety.

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Import Tips & Compliance

High purity (>99%) certification essential; trace impurities can shift classification

Declare as '2,2-dimethylpropan-1-ol' systematically to match tariff descriptions

Small volume specialist chemical—use lab analysis reports for CBP verification

Related Products under HTS 2905.19.90

Isoamyl Alcohol

Isoamyl alcohol (3-methyl-1-butanol) is a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, and pharmaceutical formulations. It falls under HTS 2905.19.90 as it is a C5 acyclic alcohol not specifically enumerated in prior subheadings, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.

2-Methyl-1-Butanol

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.

3-Methyl-2-Butanol

3-Methyl-2-butanol, a secondary acyclic alcohol, serves as a solvent in nitrocellulose lacquers and extraction processes. It qualifies for HTS 2905.19.90 as a saturated monohydric alcohol not covered by earlier specific headings in 2905.11-2905.17.

2-Pentanol

2-Pentanol is a secondary saturated acyclic alcohol employed in plasticizers and as a chemical intermediate. Under HTS 2905.19.90 as it fits 'other' saturated monohydric alcohols, chemically defined per Chapter 29.

1-Hexanol

1-Hexanol (hexyl alcohol) is a primary saturated acyclic alcohol used in plasticizers, flavors, and detergents. Falls under HTS 2905.19.90 as C6 alcohol not specified in butanol/dodecanol subheadings.

4-Methyl-2-Pentanol

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.