n-Butyl Formate from China
n-Butyl formate (HCOOC4H9) functions as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and perfume manufacturing. It qualifies under HTS 2915.13.5000 as an 'other' formic acid ester, consistent with Chapter 29's scope for acyclic monocarboxylic acid derivatives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include TSCA certification for solvent applications to confirm environmental compliance
• Document flash point (21°C) on MSDS for proper hazmat classification
• Specify 'paint solvent grade' on commercial invoice to support chemical use declaration