Butyl Glycol Ether (2-Butoxyethanol)
2-Butoxyethanol is the classic butyl ether-alcohol used in household cleaners and paints. HTS 2909.49.60.00 as 'other' ether-alcohol, chemically defined with formula C6H14O2. Widely recognized solvent meeting all Chapter 29 organic compound criteria.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 5.5% | +25.0% | 30.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| šØš¦Canada | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| š©šŖGermany | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
| šÆšµJapan | 5.5% | ā | 5.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mono-n-butyl ether of ethylene glycol specifically
Some common isomers receive statistical breakout numbers.
If surface-active cleaning preparations
Cleaner formulations with >10% solvent classified as preparations.
If industrial cleaning compound mixtures
Multi-component cleaners fall under chemical preparations n.s.p.f.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ California Prop 65 warning required for consumer products containing >0.1%
ā¢ Biodegradation data (ultimate >60% OECD 301) supports green chemistry claims
ā¢ Common misclassification as Chapter 38 avoided by >98% purity documentation
Related Products under HTS 2909.49.60.00
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (Butyl Carbitol)
Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether is a colorless liquid ether-alcohol used as a solvent in paints, inks, and cleaners. It falls under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as an 'other' ether-alcohol derivative, chemically defined with the structure featuring both ether and hydroxyl groups. This classification applies to its pure form for industrial solvent applications.
Triethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
Triethylene glycol monomethyl ether (TGME) is an ether-alcohol solvent used in gas dehydration and hydraulic fluids. Classified under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as a chemically defined polyether-alcohol not specified elsewhere. Its structure contains multiple ether linkages and a terminal hydroxyl group.
Ethylene Glycol Monohexyl Ether
A higher alkyl ether-alcohol used in coatings and inks, featuring one ethylene glycol unit with hexyl ether chain. Falls under HTS 2909.49.60.00 as 'other' ether-alcohols not specifically named. Chemically defined with ether and alcohol functional groups per Chapter 29 notes.
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether (DPM) serves as a slow-evaporating solvent in water-based coatings. HTS 2909.49.60.00 covers this branched ether-alcohol as 'other' not elsewhere specified. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined organic ether-alcohols.
Propylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether
Propylene glycol monophenyl ether functions as a coalescing aid in latex paints. Classified in HTS 2909.49.60.00 as an aromatic ether-alcohol not specifically provided for. Contains both ether linkage to phenyl and free hydroxyl group.
Tetraethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
Tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether (Tetraglyme) used as a polar aprotic solvent in batteries and extractions. While technically a diether, classified under ether-alcohols broadly in HTS 2909.49.60.00 for glycol ether series. Chemically defined per Chapter notes.