Trimethylolpropane (TMP)

Trimethylolpropane is a triol used in polyurethane production, lubricants, and radiation-curing resins. HTS 2905.49.10.00 covers this acyclic polyhydric alcohol as it contains three primary hydroxyl groups and qualifies as chemically defined.

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.

2915.70.01Higher: 40% vs 38.7%

If TMP esters with saturated acyclic acids

Alcohol esters classified with corresponding acid heading per note 3(A), which occurs later numerically.

2932.99Lower: 13.7% vs 38.7%

If cyclic acetal derivatives

Chapter notes exclude cyclic derivatives from alcohol headings; acetals go to 2932.

3809.91.00Higher: 41% vs 38.7%

If formulated as finishing agents

Mixtures put up for specific textile finishing excluded from Chapter 29 per note 2(k).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR spectrum confirming three -CH2OH groups for classification verification

Ensure <0.1% water content; aqueous solutions may fall to 3824 per chapter note limitations