2-Ethylhexanoic Acid from China
2-Ethylhexanoic acid is a branched C8 saturated monocarboxylic acid used in paint driers, PVC stabilizers, and pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2915.29.50.00 as other saturated acyclic acid.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Molecular weight certification (144.21 g/mol) confirms identity
• Biocidal properties require EPA FIFRA compliance if applicable
• Avoid plasticizer classification confusion (Chapter 39)