2-Ethylhexanoic Acid from Mexico

2-Ethylhexanoic acid is a branched-chain saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in paint driers, PVC stabilizers, and metal soaps. It qualifies for HTS 2915.90.50 as an 'other' saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

3.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include GC-MS certificate verifying no halogenated impurities that would change classification

Declare acid value (typically 340-350 mg KOH/g) to confirm identity and purity

Segregate from amines/bases during transport to prevent neutralization reactions