HS Code for Butanols

HS code 2905.14 covers saturated monohydric butanols other than n-butyl alcohol. This classification includes several important isomers: isobutanol (2-methylpropan-1-ol), sec-butanol (butan-2-ol), and tert-butanol (2-methylpropan-2-ol). The classification logic follows Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System, which deals with organic chemicals. Heading 2905 is dedicated to acyclic alcohols and their derivatives. While n-butyl alcohol is specifically isolated in subheading 2905.13, the other isomers are grouped together in 2905.14. These chemicals are essential in various industrial applications, including the manufacture of esters, as chemical intermediates, and as solvents in the pharmaceutical and paint industries. Accurate classification depends on identifying the specific molecular arrangement of the butyl group. Under GRI 1, the product must be a chemically defined organic compound. If the product is a mixture of isomers, it still typically remains within this heading, provided it is not a prepared solvent mixture classified elsewhere.

Products Included

• Isobutanol (2-methylpropan-1-ol)
• sec-Butanol (butan-2-ol)
• tert-Butanol (2-methylpropan-2-ol)
• Secondary butyl alcohol
• Tertiary butyl alcohol

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 2905.13, which is exclusively for n-butyl alcohol. Another common error involves HS code 3814.00, which covers organic composite solvents; if the butanols are blended with other solvents, they move from Chapter 29 to Chapter 38. Furthermore, tert-butanol with a purity of less than 95% might occasionally be challenged, though it generally remains in 2905.14 as a chemically defined compound.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Butanols?

The HS code for butanols (excluding n-butyl alcohol) is 2905.14.

Is sec-butanol classified under 2905.13?

No, sec-butanol is classified under 2905.14. Only n-butyl alcohol (butan-1-ol) is classified under 2905.13.