Technical Grade MTBE for Fuel Additives

Technical-grade MTBE with stabilizer for safe transport as a fuel additive precursor, still classified as pure acyclic ether per Chapter 29 notes (f) for added stabilizers. HTS 2909.19.14.00 applies to this monohydric alcohol ether.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2905.22.50Lower: 39.8% vs 40.5%

If misidentified as acyclic alcohols

Alcohol priority over ethers if primary function is OH group, but MTBE's ether linkage prevails.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document stabilizer as necessary for preservation per note (f); use nitrogen blanketing in storage

• Check state VOC regs for handling

Related Products under HTS 2909.19.14.00

Methyl Tertiary-Butyl Ether (MTBE) 99% Purity

MTBE is a colorless, volatile liquid acyclic ether used primarily as a high-octane gasoline additive to boost octane ratings and reduce emissions. It falls under HTS 2909.19.14.00 as a specific ether of monohydric alcohols, chemically defined per Chapter 29 notes (a). This industrial-grade product meets purity standards for fuel blending.

Industrial MTBE Fuel Oxygenate

This MTBE variant serves as an oxygenate in reformulated gasoline to meet clean air standards, featuring precise chemical structure as 2-methoxy-2-methylpropane. Classified under HTS 2909.19.14.00 for its acyclic ether nature from monohydric alcohols. Supplied in tanker loads for refinery blending.

Refinery-Grade MTBE Octane Booster

High-purity MTBE designed for refinery use to enhance gasoline octane without aromatics, adhering to Chapter 29 scope for chemically defined acyclic ethers. HTS 2909.19.14.00 specifies this monohydric alcohol ether. Typically shipped in drums or isotanks.

MTBE Gasoline Blending Agent 98.5%

A 98.5% pure MTBE used for blending into unleaded gasoline to improve combustion efficiency, qualifying as a separate chemically defined acyclic ether under Chapter 29 note (a). Specific to HTS 2909.19.14.00 for methyl tertiary-butyl ether.

Pure MTBE Chemical Intermediate

Ultra-pure MTBE used as a solvent or intermediate in organic synthesis, distinctly an ether of monohydric alcohols under HTS 2909.19.14.00. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds.

Stabilized MTBE for Transport

MTBE with added anti-dusting agent for safe bulk transport, allowable under Chapter 29 note (g) without changing general use classification. HTS 2909.19.14.00 for this specific ether.