2905.39.60.00 - Hexylene glycol

This HTS category, 2905.39.60.00, specifically classifies Hexylene Glycol. Hexylene glycol is an organic compound, a diol characterized by its six carbon atoms and two hydroxyl groups. It is commonly used as a solvent, humectant, and viscosity reducer in a wide range of industrial and consumer products, including cosmetics, coatings, and hydraulic fluids. Its specific chemical structure and properties differentiate it within the broader category of acyclic diols.

Distinguishing hexylene glycol from its sibling categories is crucial for accurate classification. Butylene glycol (2905.39.10.00) is a diol with four carbon atoms, while neopentyl glycol (2905.39.20.00) is also a diol but possesses a unique branched structure. The "Other" category (2905.39.90.00) serves as a residual classification for acyclic diols not specifically enumerated elsewhere, thus hexylene glycol, being a named and distinct chemical entity, falls under its own specific code rather than the residual category.

As a leaf node, this classification for Hexylene Glycol does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code relies on confirming that the imported substance is indeed Hexylene Glycol, based on its chemical identity and purity, as defined by internationally recognized chemical standards and nomenclature. This ensures precise tariff application for this particular acyclic diol.