The tariff classification of Hexafluoro-2-methylisopropanol, CAS # 1515-14-6, imported in bulk form, from the Netherlands

NY K88391 October 4, 2004 CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:240 K88391 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2905.59.1000 Mr. Joseph J. Chivini Austin Chemical Company, Inc. 1565 Barclay Boulevard Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089 RE: The tariff classification of Hexafluoro-2-methylisopropanol, CAS # 1515-14-6, imported in bulk form, from the Netherlands Dear Mr. Chivini: In your letter dated July 26, 2004 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject product, Hexafluoro-2-methylisopropanol, is a halogenated derivative of an acyclic monohydric alcohol indicated for use a pharmaceutical intermediate. The applicable subheading for Hexafluoro-2-methylisopropanol, also known as 2 Propanol, 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-methyl-, will be 2905.59.1000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols: Other: Derivatives of monohydric alcohols….. The rate of duty will be 5.5 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Stephanie Joseph at 646-733-3268. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division