Ethylene glycol (Ethanediol)
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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 2905.31.00.00
Ethylene Glycol USP Grade
High-purity ethylene glycol (ethanediol) meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards, used primarily as a raw material in pharmaceutical formulations and as a humectant in drug manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2905.31.00.00 as a separate chemically defined acyclic diol. It fits chapter 29 note (a) for pure organic compounds without exclusions like ethyl alcohol.
Industrial Ethylene Glycol 99.9% Pure
Technical-grade ethylene glycol (ethanediol) with 99.9% purity, used in polyester fiber production, PET resin manufacturing, and as a coolant intermediate. Falls under HTS 2905.31.00.00 as a chemically defined acyclic diol per chapter note (a). Excludes mixtures rendered suitable for specific uses beyond transport safety.
Monoethylene Glycol for Polyester Production
Refined ethylene glycol specifically for polymerization into polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers. HTS 2905.31.00.00 covers this pure diol as a separate organic compound under chapter note (a). Not excluded as it remains chemically defined without specific-use additives.
Ethylene Glycol for Coolant Manufacturing
High-grade ethanediol used as base for engine coolants and brake fluids in automotive industry. Classified in HTS 2905.31.00.00 as pure acyclic diol per chapter 29 definitions. Distinguish from finished antifreeze by lack of functional additives.
Pharmaceutical Grade Ethanediol
Ultra-pure ethylene glycol for use in liquid oral medications, cough syrups, and as extraction solvent in pharma. HTS 2905.31.00.00 applies as chemically defined diol under chapter note (a), not excluded as immunological product.
Technical Grade Ethylene Glycol Drum Pack
Bulk ethylene glycol (ethanediol) packaged in 55-gallon drums for industrial distributors, used in inks, paints, and adhesives. Pure compound under HTS 2905.31.00.00 per chapter note (f) allowing stabilizers for transport.
Ethylene Glycol for PET Bottle Resin
Specialty ethylene glycol refined for food-grade PET bottle production. Classifies under HTS 2905.31.00.00 as acyclic diol, meeting chapter purity standards.
Deicing Fluid Base Ethylene Glycol
Pure ethanediol used as base for aircraft deicing/anti-icing fluids. HTS 2905.31.00.00 for chemically defined compound.
Cosmetic Grade Ethylene Glycol
Low-impurity ethylene glycol for humectant in lotions and creams. Pure diol under 2905.31.00.00.
Ethylene Glycol Heat Transfer Fluid Base
Ethanediol for closed-loop industrial heat transfer systems. HTS 2905.31.00.00 pure compound.