Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK)
4-Methylpentan-2-one, commonly known as Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK), is a colorless liquid ketone used as an industrial solvent for resins, paints, and lacquers. It falls under HTS 2914.13.00.00 as an acyclic ketone without other oxygen functions, matching the chemical structure of 4-Methylpentan-2-one exactly.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with >2% other substances for specific industrial use
Mixtures of organic chemicals not classifiable elsewhere fall under Chapter 38 prepared binders or chemical preparations.
If containing >50% petroleum distillates or hydrocarbons
Light oils and preparations from petroleum containing ketones may shift to Chapter 27 hydrocarbon mixtures.
If imported as a solution in hydrocarbon solvents for transport safety
Hydrocarbon solvent solutions of ketones may be classified under Chapter 29 acyclic alcohols/ketones if solvent predominates per chapter note (e).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and confirm 99%+ purity to avoid reclassification; ensure proper UN-approved packaging for flammable liquids; declare exact CAS number 108-10-1 for customs verification
Related Products under HTS 2914.13.00.00
ACS Reagent Grade MIBK
American Chemical Society (ACS) reagent grade 4-Methylpentan-2-one is high-purity MIBK (>99.5%) for laboratory analysis and synthesis. Classified under HTS 2914.13.00.00 as the pure acyclic ketone compound per Chapter 29 note (a) for chemically defined organic compounds.
Industrial MIBK 99% Pure Solvent
Technical grade Methyl Isobutyl Ketone at 99% purity for paint thinners, ink formulations, and extraction processes. HTS 2914.13.00.00 applies to this separate chemically defined acyclic ketone per Chapter 29 scope.
MIBK with 0.1% Stabilizer
4-Methylpentan-2-one containing 0.1% MEHQ stabilizer for safe transport and storage, preventing peroxide formation. Remains under HTS 2914.13.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation.
Pharma Grade MIBK USP/NF
United States Pharmacopeia/National Formulary grade 4-Methylpentan-2-one for pharmaceutical extraction and cleaning. Pure acyclic ketone classified in HTS 2914.13.00.00 as chemically defined organic compound.
MIBK Extraction Solvent Grade
High-purity 4-Methylpentan-2-one specifically distilled for liquid-liquid extraction in chemical processing. Falls under HTS 2914.13.00.00 as pure acyclic ketone without other oxygen functions.
Paint Industry MIBK Solvent
4-Methylpentan-2-one optimized for nitrocellulose lacquer formulations in automotive paints. HTS 2914.13.00.00 classification for this specific named acyclic ketone.