Butyl Glycol Ether (2-Butoxyethanol) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• California Prop 65 warning required for consumer products containing >0.1%
• Biodegradation data (ultimate >60% OECD 301) supports green chemistry claims
• Common misclassification as Chapter 38 avoided by >98% purity documentation