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HS Code 29091960: Ethers of Polyhydric Alcohols and Their Derivatives

Ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives are classified under HS Code 29091960. This code is used to identify and classify these specific products for international trade. In this article, we will explore the details of this HS code, including its product description, duty rates, quantity unit, and special tariff preference programs. We will also discuss the importing and exporting US states for this particular HS code.

Product Description

The product description for HS Code 29091960 is "Ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, nesoi." This means that the code covers a range of ethers that are derived from polyhydric alcohols, including those that have been treated with halogens, sulfonic acid, nitric acid, or nitrous acid. The term "nesoi" stands for "not elsewhere specified or included," indicating that the code encompasses derivatives that do not have a specific classification elsewhere.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 29091960 is 5.5%. The MFN principle states that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This means that the duty rate of 5.5% applies uniformly to imports of ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives from all trading partners.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 29091960 is kilograms (KG). This means that the measurement and pricing of these products for international trade are based on weight in kilograms.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

There are several special tariff preference programs that provide duty-free treatment for imports of products classified under HS Code 29091960. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program grants duty-free treatment to eligible products from various developing countries, including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Chile, and others.
• Australia Special Rate: Australia has a special rate for imports of ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain offers a special rate for these products.
• NAFTA for Canada: Under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), imports from Canada receive duty-free treatment.
• Chile Special Rate: Chile has a special rate for imports of these products.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): The CBI provides duty-free treatment to eligible products from designated Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Israel offers duty-free treatment for imports of ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): The ATPA grants duty-free treatment to eligible products from designated Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan has a special rate for imports of these products.
• Agreement on Trade in Pharmaceutical Products: This agreement provides duty-free treatment for pharmaceutical products, including ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives.
• Morocco Special Rate: Morocco offers a special rate for these products.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Under NAFTA, imports from Mexico receive duty-free treatment.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman has a special rate for imports of these products.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): The DR-CAFTA provides duty-free treatment to eligible products from designated countries in the Dominican Republic and Central America.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru offers a special rate for imports of these products.
• Singapore Special Rate: Singapore has a special rate for imports of ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their derivatives.

Importing and Exporting US States

For HS Code 29091960, the importing US states include:

• Arkansas
• Texas

The exporting US states for this code are not specified in the available data.

HS Code 29091960 represents ethers of polyhydric alcohols and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. This code is used for trade classification and includes a duty rate of 5.5%. The quantity unit for this code is kilograms (KG). Various special tariff preference programs provide duty-free treatment for imports of these products from specific countries. Importing US states for this HS code include Arkansas and Texas.