Neopentyl Glycol

Neopentyl glycol (2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol) is a sterically hindered acyclic diol used in alkyd resins and plasticizers, falling under HTS 2905.39.90.00. Its gem-dimethyl structure provides hydrolysis resistance in coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2915.70.01Higher: 40% vs 30.5%

If sold as saturated acyclic polyol mixture

Commercial mixtures may trigger different oxygen-function headings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 30.5%

If premixed with dibasic acids for resins

Resin precursor mixtures classify as Chapter 38 preparations.

2907.19Lower: 15.5% vs 30.5%

If industrial alcohol derivative form

Different industrial presentations may use monohydric alcohol headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include melting point (125°C) and assay certificate confirming diol identity

Separate from polyester prepolymers to avoid Chapter 39 plastic classification

Verify no sulfonation that would shift to specific derivative subheadings

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1,3-Propanediol

1,3-Propanediol is a colorless, viscous liquid diol with two hydroxyl groups on a three-carbon chain, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00 as an acyclic diol other than ethylene glycol or glycerol. It is widely used as a monomer in polyester fiber production and as a solvent.

1,4-Butanediol

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1,5-Pentanediol

1,5-Pentanediol is a linear five-carbon acyclic diol used in cosmetics, inks, and polymer synthesis, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00. Its structure fits perfectly within the 'other acyclic diols' category excluding ethylene glycol and glycerol.

2-Methyl-1,3-Propanediol

2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol (MPDiol) is a branched acyclic diol used in polyester resins and coatings, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00 as an 'other' diol. The methyl substitution maintains its acyclic alcohol character.

1,6-Hexanediol

1,6-Hexanediol is a long-chain acyclic diol used in polyurethane elastomers and acrylates, classified under HTS 2905.39.90.00. Its six-carbon chain provides flexibility in polymer applications.

Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Diol

This ether-diol combines propylene glycol structure with methyl ether functionality, used as a coalescing aid in paints, under HTS 2905.39.90.00 as an acyclic diol derivative. The dual hydroxyl/ether nature fits the 'other' category.