HS Code for N-butyl alcohol

N-butyl alcohol, also known as butan-1-ol, is classified under HS code 2905.13. This classification is based on its chemical structure as a saturated monohydric acyclic alcohol. Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System is dedicated to organic chemicals, and heading 2905 specifically covers acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives. Within this heading, the system distinguishes between saturated and unsaturated alcohols. As a saturated monohydric alcohol with four carbon atoms in a straight chain, n-butyl alcohol is explicitly assigned to subheading 2905.13. For classification to remain in this chapter, the substance must be a separate chemically defined compound, typically meeting specific purity standards. If the product is mixed with other solvents or prepared as a finished paint thinner, the classification would shift to Chapter 38.

Products Included

• Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol)
• Normal butyl alcohol
• Butyl hydroxide
• 1-Butanol
• Propylcarbinol

Common Misclassification

This chemical is often confused with its isomers, such as isobutyl alcohol or sec-butyl alcohol, which are classified under HS code 2905.14. While they share the same molecular formula (C4H10O), their structural arrangement differs, leading to different HS subheadings. Additionally, if n-butyl alcohol is imported as part of a composite organic solvent, it may be misclassified under 3814.00. It is vital to check the purity and the presence of other additives to ensure it belongs in 2905.13.

FAQ

What is the HS code for N-butyl alcohol?

The HS code for N-butyl alcohol (butan-1-ol) is 2905.13, which is specific to this saturated monohydric alcohol.

Does the purity of the alcohol affect its HS code?

Yes, to be classified under 2905.13, it must be a separate chemically defined compound; impure mixtures or prepared solvents are classified in Chapter 38.