Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated — HTS 2905
Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Chapter 29 › Heading 2905
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 2905 is a four-digit product category for acyclic alcohols—alcohol compounds with an open-chain structure rather than a ring structure—and certain derivatives in which parts of the molecule have been halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated. It groups related chemical products by their molecular identity, not by how a seller markets or uses them.
To reach a specific eight-digit HTSUS code, first identify the chemical substance and then follow the more detailed subheadings. The relevant distinctions may include the type of alcohol, the number and position of alcohol groups, the chemical derivative involved, whether the product is a single compound or a mixture, and sometimes its form or purity. The first six digits generally reflect the international Harmonized System, while the additional U.S. digits provide more specific classification and statistical detail. Confirm the wording of the complete eight-digit provision and any applicable chapter notes or exclusions.
What to check
- Identify the exact chemical name, molecular formula, CAS Registry Number, and concentration from the safety data sheet and supplier specification.
- Determine whether the product is a single acyclic alcohol, a mixture, or a chemically modified derivative; do not classify it only by its commercial name or intended use.
- Compare the product’s structure and composition with the heading’s subheadings, including distinctions based on alcohol type, number of hydroxyl groups, or derivative treatment.
- Check the complete eight-digit HTSUS description, chapter notes, additional U.S. notes, and any exclusions before selecting a code.
- Seek a customs broker or binding classification ruling when the product is a mixture, has multiple possible chemical identities, or the subheadings do not clearly fit.
HTS heading 2905 summary
Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated is a 4-digit product category containing 12 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 2905.11 | Methanol (Methyl alcohol) |
| 2905.14 | Other butanols |
| 2905.19 | Other |
| 2905.22 | Acyclic terpene alcohols |
| 2905.29 | Other |
| 2905.39 | Other |
| 2905.49 | Other |
| 2905.59 | Other |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2905.12.00 👉 | Propan-1-ol (Propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (Isopropyl alcohol) | 5.5% | Free | 66% |
| 2905.13.00.00 👉 | Butan-1-ol (n-Butyl alcohol) | 5.5% | Free | 50.5% |
| 2905.16.00 👉 | Octanol (Octyl alcohol) and isomers thereof | 3.7% | Free | 25% |
| 2905.17.00.00 👉 | Dodecan-1-ol (Lauryl alcohol), hexadecan-1-ol (Cetyl alcohol) and octadecan-1-ol (Stearyl alcohol) | 5% | Free | 25% |
| 2905.31.00.00 👉 | Ethylene glycol (Ethanediol) | 5.5% | Free | 63% |
| 2905.32.00.00 👉 | Propylene glycol (Propane-1,2-diol) | 5.5% | Free | 51% |
| 2905.41.00.00 👉 | 2-Ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol (Trimethylolpropane) | 3.7% | Free | 25% |
| 2905.42.00.00 👉 | Pentaerythritol | 3.7% | Free | 25% |
| 2905.43.00.00 👉 | Mannitol | 4.6% | Free | 50% |
| 2905.44.00.00 👉 | D-Glucitol (Sorbitol) | 4.9% | Free | 50% |
| 2905.45.00.00 👉 | Glycerol | 0.5¢/kg | Free | 4.4¢/kg |
| 2905.51.00.00 👉 | Ethchlorvynol (INN) | Free | — | 39% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 2905?
Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.