1,2,6-Hexanetriol from Mexico
1,2,6-Hexanetriol is an acyclic triol used as a moisturizer in cosmetics and intermediate in polymer synthesis. Classified under HTS 2905.49.10.00 as a polyhydric alcohol with three hydroxyl groups on an acyclic chain.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide structural formula and CAS number (106-69-4) in import docs to confirm acyclic triol classification
• Test for halogen/sulfur impurities; derivatives shift to 2905.50+ per chapter notes
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial mixtures; use lab-grade packaging for Chapter 29 eligibility