Pentaerythritol 98% Purity

Pentaerythritol (2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol), tetrahydric acyclic alcohol used in alkyd resins and explosives. HTS 2905.49.50.01 covers this 'other' polyhydric acyclic alcohol.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2909.41Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If acetal derivatives used in perfumes

Acetals classified later in chapter per note 3, taking precedence over alcohol heading

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If technical grade below pharmaceutical purity

Lower purity products often classified as chemical preparations rather than pure compounds

3809.92Lower: 16% vs 40.5%

If when finishing agents for textiles

Specific end-use preparations take precedence over chemical composition

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify minimum 98% purity with COA to maintain chapter 29 classification

Declare end-use (paint resins vs explosives) may trigger additional ATF scrutiny

Avoid packaging that suggests retail sale which could shift classification