Butyraldehyde

Butyraldehyde (C3H7CHO), or butanal, serves as an intermediate in producing 2-ethylhexanol for plasticizers and synthetic resins. It qualifies for HTS 2912.19.5000 as an acyclic aldehyde lacking other oxygen functions, explicitly 'other' category excluding formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and benzaldehyde. Pure compound status confirmed per Chapter 29 definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%—5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%—5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%—5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%—5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2912.19.10.00Higher: 40.5% vs 30.5%

If meeting benzaldehyde chemical specification erroneously

Benzaldehyde has specific subheading; misidentification leads to wrong 10-digit code.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 30.5%

If classified as saturated acyclic hydrocarbon derivative

Principal function determines heading; aldehydes classified separately from hydrocarbons.

2914.79Lower: 14% vs 30.5%

If for ketone-aldehyde mixtures where ketone dominates

Oxygen function classification follows numerical order; ketones in 2914 supersede if principal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit technical data sheets showing aldehyde content and absence of alcohol/ketone impurities

• Use stainless steel containers; declare Flash Point 12°C for DOT compliance

• Confirm not dissolved in solvents for specific end-use, avoiding Chapter 29 note (e) exclusion

Related Products under HTS 2912.19.50.00

Acetaldehyde

Acetaldehyde (CH3CHO) is a simple acyclic aldehyde used primarily in the production of acetic acid, acetic anhydride, and as a precursor for various chemicals. It falls under HTS 2912.19.5000 as an acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions, distinct from formaldehyde, acetaldehyde specified separately, and benzaldehyde. This classification aligns with Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Propionaldehyde

Propionaldehyde (C2H5CHO), also known as propanal, is an acyclic aldehyde used in the synthesis of propionic acid, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2912.19.5000 as 'other' acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen functions, separate from formaldehyde and acetaldehyde. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic compounds.

Valeraldehyde

Valeraldehyde (C4H9CHO), or pentanal, is used in flavorings, perfumes, and as a chemical intermediate for pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2912.19.5000 as other acyclic aldehydes without additional oxygen functions, meeting Chapter 29 criteria for separate organic compounds. Distinguished from shorter-chain aldehydes with specific provisions.

Heptanal

Heptanal (C6H13CHO) is a straight-chain acyclic aldehyde employed in the manufacture of plasticizers, flavors, and pharmaceuticals. Classified in HTS 2912.19.5000 as 'other' acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen functions, consistent with Chapter 29 provisions for pure organic compounds. Excludes ring structures or additional functional groups.

2-Ethylhexanal

2-Ethylhexanal is a branched-chain acyclic aldehyde used in producing 2-ethylhexyl acrylate for adhesives and coatings. It qualifies for HTS 2912.19.5000 as an acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen functions in the 'other' category. Pure compound status per Chapter 29 chemical definition.

Pivaldehyde

Pivaldehyde (pivot aldehyde, (CH3)3CCHO) is a sterically hindered acyclic aldehyde used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a building block for fine chemicals. Falls under HTS 2912.19.5000 as other acyclic aldehydes lacking additional oxygen functions. Meets all Chapter 29 purity and definition requirements.