n-Butyl Acetate Bulk Tanker Grade

High-volume bulk n-butyl acetate shipped by tanker for large-scale industrial solvent applications. HTS 2915.33.00.00 applies to pure chemical imports regardless of quantity or packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2905.19.90Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If analyzed as lower alcohol esters

Misidentification of ester type could shift to other acyclic alcohol ester headings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If tanker contains multiple esters or solvents

Mixed chemical cargoes classified as preparations, not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Tanker manifests must specify exact chemical identity, CAS, and flash point (22°C)

IMO chemical tanker certification required for ocean bulk shipments

US coastwise trade laws apply for domestic tanker movements post-import

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