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Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) Flakes

Neopentyl glycol, dihydric acyclic alcohol (2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol) in flake form for powder coatings. HTS 2905.49.50.01 includes this polyhydric alcohol.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5.5%+37.5%43%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2905.22Lower: 17.3% vs 43%

If statistically reported separately from 'other'

Some diols have specific statistical suffixes within polyhydric alcohols

2915.90Lower: 16.3% vs 43%

If NPG esters with acyclic acids

Esters follow parent acid classification per chapter note 5(A)

3208.90Lower: 15.7% vs 43%

If paint/varnish preparations containing NPG

Finished paint products classified by end-use regardless of components

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Physical form (flakes vs molten) doesn't affect classification but note on MSDS

โ€ข Ensure no metal alcoholate contamination per chapter note 5(D)