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Industrial Benzyl Alcohol 99% Pure

High-purity benzyl alcohol used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and ink manufacturing. This aromatic cyclic alcohol (HTS 2906.21.00.00) is a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a). Supplied in bulk drums without additives that would alter its general-purpose classification.

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.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 40.5%

If containing >70% petroleum distillates

Hydrocarbon mixtures exceed Chapter 29 purity requirements and classify as petroleum products.

3814.00.50Higher: 41% vs 40.5%

If for use as paint/ink solvent additive

Organic composite solvents prepared for specific end-use fall outside pure Chapter 29 compounds.

2909.49Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If esterified as benzyl acetate

Per Chapter 29 note 4(A), esters classify with the acid-function compound occurring later numerically.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) specifying flash point 93°C and GHS classifications for DOT compliance

Use proper NA1993 identification for flammable liquid transport; verify drum certifications meet UN standards

Prevent delays by confirming no anti-dusting agents added, preserving pure compound status

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Benzyl Alcohol USP Grade

Pharmaceutical-grade benzyl alcohol (C6H5CH2OH) meeting USP standards, used as a preservative and solvent in injectable medications and topical formulations. Classified under HTS 2906.21.00.00 as it is the pure aromatic cyclic alcohol benzyl alcohol without further derivatization. This chemically defined compound falls squarely within Chapter 29's scope for separate organic compounds.

Cosmetic Grade Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl alcohol refined for cosmetic applications as a preservative in lotions and fragrances, with purity suitable for skin contact. Falls under HTS 2906.21.00.00 as pure aromatic benzyl alcohol, a separate chemically defined organic compound. Not put up in retail forms that would exclude it from Chapter 29.

Benzyl Alcohol with Stabilizer

Stabilized benzyl alcohol containing <0.1% antioxidants for extended shelf life during transport. HTS 2906.21.00.00 applies per Chapter 29 note 2(f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation without changing general use character. Remains classified as the pure base compound.

Pharma-Grade Benzyl Alcohol in Water Solution 10%

10% benzyl alcohol aqueous solution prepared for pharmaceutical dilution and safety transport. Classifies under HTS 2906.21.00.00 per Chapter 29 note 2(d) for products of (a) dissolved in water. Solvent does not render it suitable for specific use beyond general solvent properties.

Technical Grade Benzyl Alcohol Drum Pack

Technical grade benzyl alcohol (98% min) packaged in 55-gallon drums for industrial solvent applications. Pure aromatic cyclic alcohol under HTS 2906.21.00.00 as chemically defined compound without excluded additives. Bulk packaging maintains general industrial use classification.

Benzyl Alcohol for Epoxy Resin Solvent

High-boiling benzyl alcohol specifically effective as reactive diluent and solvent in epoxy resin formulations. Classifies as pure benzyl alcohol HTS 2906.21.00.00; end-use doesn't affect chemical classification per HTS rules. Chemically defined aromatic alcohol without Chapter 29 exclusions.