Pentaerythritol 98% Purity from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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