HTS US: 2905.XX.XXXX
Description
This heading encompasses a broad variety of acyclic alcohols along with their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. These compounds play pivotal roles in chemical industries, ranging from solvents and fuels to intermediates in the manufacture of plastics, resins, and pharmaceuticals.
The category covers both simple and complex alcohols, including methanol, propanols, butanols, glycols, sugar alcohols, and other related derivatives, often differentiated by their molecular structure, purity, and intended industrial use.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals
- Heading 2905: Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
2905.XX.XXXX– The additional digits specify the exact type, purity, isomer, and use of the alcohol or derivative.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 4-digit heading 2905 is divided into detailed 6-digit and 10-digit subheadings, each specifying particular alcohols or their derivatives, often with further classification by industrial application or chemical purity.
| HS/HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2905.11 | Methanol (Methyl alcohol) | Basic alcohol used as fuel or chemical feedstock. |
| 2905.11.10.00 | Imported only for use in producing synthetic natural gas (SNG) or for direct use as a fuel | Highly regulated due to direct fuel applications. |
| 2905.11.20 | Other | Includes methanol for chemical production and wastewater treatment. |
| 2905.11.20.10 | Imported for use in chemical production, including production of aldehydes, plastics, olefins and resins | Key raw material for various industrial syntheses. |
| 2905.11.20.15 | For use in wastewater treatment | Methanol utilized as a denitrification agent. |
| 2905.11.20.85 | Other | Miscellaneous methanol uses not classified above. |
| 2905.12.00 | Propan-1-ol (Propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (Isopropyl alcohol) | Common solvents and disinfectants. |
| 2905.12.00.10 | Propan-1-ol | Linear propanol variant. |
| 2905.12.00.50 | Propan-2-ol | Isopropyl alcohol, widely used as antiseptic. |
| 2905.13.00.00 | Butan-1-ol (n-Butyl alcohol) | Used in coatings and as solvent. |
| 2905.14 | Other butanols | Diverse isomers of butanol with distinct applications. |
| 2905.14.10.00 | tert-Butyl alcohol, having a purity of less than 99 percent by weight | Industrial solvent and intermediate. |
| 2905.14.50 | Other | Includes isobutyl alcohol and others. |
| 2905.14.50.10 | 2-Methylpropan-1-ol (Isobutyl alcohol) | Important solvent in chemical industry. |
| 2905.14.50.50 | Other | Miscellaneous butanol isomers. |
| 2905.16.00 | Octanol (Octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof | Used in plasticizers, lubricants, and surfactants. |
| 2905.16.00.10 | 2-Ethylhexan-1-ol | Common industrial intermediate. |
| 2905.16.00.50 | Other | Other octanol isomers. |
| 2905.17.00.00 | Dodecan-1-ol (Lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (Cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (Stearyl alcohol) | Fatty alcohols mainly used in cosmetics, detergents, and lubricants. |
| 2905.19 | Other | Includes pentanol and other higher alcohols. |
| 2905.19.10.00 | Pentanol (Amyl alcohol) and isomers thereof | Solvents and chemical intermediates. |
| 2905.19.90 | Other | Other miscellaneous acyclic alcohols. |
| 2905.19.90.05 | 3,3-Dimethylbutan-2-ol (pinacolyl alcohol) | Specialty chemical. |
| 2905.19.90.10 | Decyl alcohol and isomers thereof | Used in surfactants and lubricants. |
| 2905.19.90.20 | Hexyl alcohol and isomers thereof | Intermediate in organic synthesis. |
| 2905.19.90.90 | Other | Miscellaneous alcohols not otherwise specified. |
| 2905.22 | Acyclic terpene alcohols | Fragrance and flavor industry chemicals. |
| 2905.22.10.00 | Geraniol | Used in perfumery and flavorings. |
| 2905.22.20.00 | Isophytol | Intermediate in vitamin E synthesis. |
| 2905.22.50 | Other | Includes citronellol and other terpene alcohols. |
| 2905.22.50.10 | Citronellol | Commonly used in fragrances. |
| 2905.22.50.50 | Other | Miscellaneous terpene alcohols. |
| 2905.29 | Other | Various other acyclic alcohols. |
| 2905.29.10.00 | Allyl alcohol | Used in polymer production and as a chemical intermediate. |
| 2905.29.90.00 | Other | Miscellaneous acyclic alcohols not listed elsewhere. |
| 2905.31.00.00 | Ethylene glycol (Ethanediol) | Widely used antifreeze and polyester precursor. |
| 2905.32.00.00 | Propylene glycol (Propane-1,2-diol) | Food additive, antifreeze, and pharmaceutical applications. |
| 2905.39 | Other | Various glycols and related compounds. |
| 2905.39.10.00 | Butylene glycol | Cosmetics and solvent uses. |
| 2905.39.20.00 | Neopentyl glycol | Used in resins and plastics. |
| 2905.39.60.00 | Hexylene glycol | Industrial solvent. |
| 2905.39.90.00 | Other | Miscellaneous glycols. |
| 2905.41.00.00 | 2-Ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol (Trimethylolpropane) | Intermediate in resins and coatings. |
| 2905.42.00.00 | Pentaerythritol | Used in varnishes, explosives and plasticizers. |
| 2905.43.00.00 | Mannitol | Sugar alcohol used in food and pharmaceuticals. |
| 2905.44.00.00 | D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) | Sweetener and humectant in food and cosmetics. |
| 2905.45.00.00 | Glycerol | Widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food. |
| 2905.49 | Other | Various triols, tetrols, and esters. |
| 2905.49.10.00 | Triols and tetrols | Multi-hydroxyl alcohols used in specialty chemicals. |
| 2905.49.20.00 | Esters of glycerol formed with acids of heading 2904 | Used in detergents and lubricants. |
| 2905.49.30.00 | Xylitol | Sweetener in food and dental products. |
| 2905.49.40.00 | Other | Miscellaneous sugar alcohols. |
| 2905.49.50.01 | Other | Additional miscellaneous alcohol derivatives. |
| 2905.51.00.00 | Ethchlorvynol (INN) | A pharmaceutical compound. |
| 2905.59 | Other | Diverse derivatives of monohydric alcohols and specialized compounds. |
| 2905.59.10.00 | Derivatives of monohydric alcohols | Includes halogenated and nitrated derivatives. |
| 2905.59.30.00 | Dibromoneopentylglycol | Specialized chemical intermediate. |
| 2905.59.90.00 | Other | Miscellaneous derivatives not classified elsewhere. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To prevent misclassification, it is important to note the exclusions of this heading:
- Polymeric alcohols and related polymers are classified under other headings in Chapter 39.
- Alcohols bound in esters or ethers that are not free or derivatized acyclic alcohols fall under other chemical chapters.
- Saturated cyclic alcohols and their derivatives are classified under different headings.
Notes
- Industrial Applications: Many compounds under this heading serve as solvents, fuels, intermediates for plastics, resins, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.
- Purity and Specification: Some subheadings differentiate products based on purity (e.g., tert-butyl alcohol less than 99%) or isomeric form (e.g., propan-1-ol vs. propan-2-ol).
- Regulatory Considerations: Certain uses, such as methanol for fuel, are subject to import restrictions and regulatory oversight.
Declaration Example
Product: A shipment of isopropyl alcohol for use as a disinfectant.US HTS Code:
2905.12.00.50(Propan-2-ol)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS for specific rates.
Additional Requirements: Compliance with chemical safety and import regulations.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 2906: Cyclic alcohols and their derivatives.
- HTS 2915: Saturated acyclic and cyclic monocarboxylic acids and their derivatives.
- HTS 3907: Polyethers and epoxides, including polymeric alcohols.
