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§ HTS 2905.39.20.00 · US import duty

Neopentyl glycol

§ TODAY'S ANSWER
From China: 30.5% · $3,050.00 on a $10K shipment
MFN 5.5% + Chapter 99 overlays. Click below for the full breakdown.
Chapter
29
MFN base rate
5.5%
Active overlays
1
Scope
Active: section301

AD/CVD not evaluated. CBP determines binding classification at entry. Methodology →

Acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: · Other: · Neopentyl glycol
HTS CODE
2905.39.20.00
General (MFN)5.5%
SpecialFree (A,AU,BH,…
Other (Column 2)54.5%
§99 overlays1

Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns

Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.

General (MFN)5.5%
SpecialFree (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG)
Other (Column 2)54.5%
Unitskg

Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD watch signals are surfaced, but cash deposit rates and product-specific exclusions still require separate review.

Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays

  • 9903.88.03 section301 +25% active
    Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
    Applies to China

§ DUTY BREAKDOWNDuty breakdown

Duty ledger below is calculated on a $10,000 customs value. Fees, AD/CVD, and exclusions are not included here.

China (CN)
Total 30.5% · $3,050.00
Duty breakdown Rate Amount Source
Base dutyBase 5.5% $550.00 HTS General rate
Chapter 99 section301Chapter 99 25% $2,500.00 9903.88.03
Status: exact Methodology: tariff-ledger-v1 Data: d4c9e6f79bac8e84

§ CLASSIFICATION WATCH-OUTSClassification watch-outs

These sibling HTS entries share the same parent but differ in duty rate or Chapter 99 coverage. They are review prompts, not classification recommendations.

  • Hexylene glycol
    Base rate: Free Chapter 99: 1 Base rate differs from selected HTS

§ ORIGIN COMPARISONAlternative origin comparison

This compares tariff-only outcomes for the same HTS across origin countries. Freight, AD/CVD rate amounts, exclusions, broker fees, and relocation cost are not included — but active AD/CVD order counts per country are flagged below.

China → Vietnam
$2,500.00 tariff-only saving
Origin Total rate Duty @ $10,000 Delta vs baseline AD/CVD orders
China (CN) 30.5% $3,050.00
Vietnam (VN) 5.5% $550.00 -$2,500.00
Mexico (MX) 5.5% $550.00 -$2,500.00
India (IN) 5.5% $550.00 -$2,500.00
South Korea (KR) 5.5% $550.00 -$2,500.00

Sample duty by originSample duty by origin

Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.

Origin Base rate Chapter 99 Total rate Duty (USD)
China (CN) 5.5% 25% 30.5% $3,050.00
Vietnam (VN) 5.5% 0% 5.5% $550.00
Mexico (MX) 5.5% 0% 5.5% $550.00
India (IN) 5.5% 0% 5.5% $550.00
South Korea (KR) 5.5% 0% 5.5% $550.00

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§ RECENT CHANGESRecent US tariff policy notices

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§ FAQFrequently asked

What is the general MFN duty rate for HTS 2905.39.20.00?
The MFN general duty rate for HTS 2905.39.20.00 (Neopentyl glycol) is 5.5%. This applies to imports from countries with normal trade relations status. For origins like China, additional Section 301, IEEPA, and reciprocal duties may stack on top of this base rate. Final duty is determined at CBP entry.
Are there active Chapter 99 tariff overlays on HTS 2905.39.20.00?
Yes. There are 1 active Chapter 99 rule(s) potentially applicable to HTS 2905.39.20.00, covering section301. These overlays correspond to policy tools such as Section 301 (China), IEEPA emergency tariffs, and reciprocal duties — they stack on top of the MFN base rate based on country of origin and effective dates. A single shipment can be subject to multiple overlays simultaneously.
What's the total US import duty for HTS 2905.39.20.00 from China today?
For a $10,000 customs value, the estimated total US import duty on HTS 2905.39.20.00 from China is approximately $3050.00 (effective rate ~30.50%), combining MFN base rate plus Section 301, IEEPA, and reciprocal overlays. Estimates are derived from public HTS data and Federal Register actions; actual duty is determined by CBP at entry based on classification, valuation, and rules in effect on the entry date.
When was HTS 2905.39.20.00 last updated on Duty?
The base HTS data on this page was last refreshed on April 27, 2026 (USITC release 2026HTSRev6). Chapter 99 overlays, AD/CVD case status, and Federal Register notices are synced daily; effective dates follow the source feeds. If you spot stale data, please report via the contact link in the footer.