1,4-Butanediol Dimethyl Ether
1,4-Butanediol dimethyl ether (BDE) features methyl ethers on both ends of dihydric 1,4-butanediol. Classified HTS 2909.19.60.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol ether, chemically defined. Alternative diesel fuel additive.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 5.5% | +35.0% | 40.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
| šÆšµJapan | 5.5% | +10.0% | 15.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If symmetric dimethylether from monohydric methanol
1,2-dimethoxyethane from monoalcohol classified differently.
If fuel additive mixture >50% acyclic ethers
Fuel oil mixtures containing oxygenates shift to Chapter 27.
If fuel additive preparations
Antiknock/diesel additive formulations in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Cetane number and energy content data for fuel additive validation
ā¢ Distinguish from toxic 1,4-dioxane (cyclic ether, heading 2932)
ā¢ Biodegradation testing for environmental release permits
Related Products under HTS 2909.19.60.00
Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether
Diethylene glycol diethyl ether is an acyclic ether derived from the polyhydric alcohol diethylene glycol, where both hydroxyl groups are etherified with ethyl groups. It falls under HTS 2909.19.60.00 as an 'other' ether of a polyhydric alcohol, chemically defined and not specifically excluded by chapter notes. Commonly used as a solvent in industrial applications.
Triethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
Triethylene glycol dimethyl ether (triglyme) is an acyclic diether from the polyhydric alcohol triethylene glycol etherified with methyl groups. Classified in HTS 2909.19.60.00 as an 'other' ether of polyhydric alcohol per Chapter 29 notes on chemically defined organic compounds. Used in organic synthesis and as a coordinating solvent.
Pentaerythritol Tetraethyl Ether
Pentaerythritol tetraethyl ether is a tetrafunctional acyclic ether derived from the tetrahydric alcohol pentaerythritol fully etherified with ethyl groups. It qualifies under HTS 2909.19.60.00 as an ether of polyhydric alcohol, meeting Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined compounds. Used in specialty resins and coatings.
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether (DPGME) is an acyclic monoether from the polyhydric alcohol dipropylene glycol. Classified in HTS 2909.19.60.00 as other ether of polyhydric alcohol, not the ethylene glycol-specific subheading. Widely used as coalescing aid in waterborne coatings.
Sorbitol Hexaethyl Ether
Sorbitol hexaethyl ether is the fully perethylated derivative of hexahydric sorbitol, creating six ethyl ether linkages. Meets HTS 2909.19.60.00 criteria as chemically defined acyclic ether of polyhydric alcohol per Chapter 29 notes. Used in carbohydrate chemistry research.
1,3-Propanediol Di-n-butyl Ether
1,3-Propanediol di-n-butyl ether features two butyl ether groups on the dihydric 1,3-propanediol backbone. Classified under HTS 2909.19.60.00 as acyclic ether of polyhydric alcohol, chemically defined organic compound. Functions as green solvent alternative.