HS 290559 Other

The MFN (Most Favored Nation) import duty rates for HS 2905.59 ('Other' halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols) vary significantly by importing country. For instance, the United States generally applies a 'Free' duty rate (0.00% ad valorem) for MFN imports under this subheading, as per the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). The European Union's TARIC database shows an MFN duty rate of 5.50% ad valorem for many products within this classification. The UK Global Tariff also lists a 5.5% ad valorem MFN rate. However, some countries may apply different rates, such as 4.00% or 54.5% in specific instances or for particular product types within this broad 'Other' category. Importers should always verify the exact MFN duty rate applicable to their specific product in the destination country's official customs tariff.

HS 2905.59 is a residual 'Other' subheading within heading 2905, which covers acyclic alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. Classification under 2905.59 means the product is an acyclic alcohol derivative that has undergone one of these specific chemical modifications (halogenation, sulphonation, nitration, or nitrosation) but is not specifically provided for in a more specific subheading under 2905. For example, it would include derivatives that are not methanol, propan-1-ol, butan-1-ol, or other specifically enumerated acyclic alcohols or their derivatives in subheadings 2905.11 through 2905.51. The 'Other' category typically captures less common or specialized derivatives that meet the chemical criteria of the heading but lack a dedicated subheading. Importers must ensure the chemical structure precisely matches the description of an acyclic alcohol derivative with the specified modifications and is not more specifically described elsewhere in Chapter 29, following the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) of the Harmonized System.

Many preferential trade agreements offer duty-free or reduced rates for products classified under HS 2905.59, provided the goods meet the respective agreement's Rules of Origin. For instance, the United States offers 'Free' duty rates (0.00% ad valorem) under various Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for eligible goods from countries such as Australia (AU), Bahrain (BH), Chile (CL), Colombia (CO), Israel (IL), Jordan (JO), Korea (KR), Morocco (MA), Oman (OM), Panama (PA), Peru (PE), and Singapore (SG). Similar preferential rates exist under agreements like the EU's Generalized Scheme of Preferences (GSP) or specific FTAs. To claim these preferential rates, importers typically need to provide a valid Certificate of Origin (e.g., a Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin, EUR.1 movement certificate, or a GSP Form A) issued by the exporter or a self-certification by the exporter, depending on the specific agreement. This documentation attests that the goods originate in a party to the agreement, meeting the specified origin criteria (e.g., wholly obtained or sufficient transformation).

Beyond standard customs declarations (e.g., commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/air waybill), chemical products under HS 2905.59 may be subject to additional regulatory requirements depending on the specific chemical and the importing country. For example, in the United States, certain chemicals may be regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), requiring a TSCA certification statement (positive or negative) on the customs entry. The European Union has REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) regulations, which may require registration or pre-registration for substances imported in certain quantities. Similarly, other countries have their own chemical control laws (e.g., K-REACH in Korea, UK-REACH in the UK). Importers should always verify if the specific chemical substance within HS 2905.59 is subject to any national chemical inventory listings, import licenses, or specific safety data sheet (SDS) requirements in the destination market. Consulting the relevant national chemical regulatory authority is crucial for compliance.