P-Quinone Pharmaceutical API
P-Quinone Pharmaceutical API is p-benzoquinone (1,4-benzoquinone) USP grade used in API synthesis for antimalarial and anticancer drugs. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it falls under Chapter 29. It is classified under tariff item 2914.69.00 as an 'Other' quinone, not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a ketone without quinone structure
If the product is not a quinone but a simple ketone, heading 2914.11 may apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the product is a separate chemically defined compound, as per Chapter 29 Note 1
• Provide the CAS number and purity certificate to support classification
• If the product is used as an API, ensure it is not classified as a medicament under heading 3003 or 3004
Related Products under Tariff item 2914.69.00
1,2-Naphthoquinone
1,2-Naphthoquinone is an ortho-quinone derivative of naphthalene with two adjacent carbonyl groups, used as an intermediate in pesticide and pharmaceutical synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound with a quinone structure, classifiable under the "Other" quinones of tariff item 2914.69.00.
1,4-Benzoquinone (p-Quinone)
1,4-Benzoquinone (p-Quinone) is a yellow crystalline quinone used as an oxidizing agent in photographic developers and as a chemical intermediate. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound with a quinone structure, falling under the "Other" quinones of tariff item 2914.69.00.
1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone (Quinizarin)
1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone, also known as quinizarin, is a specific dihydroxy derivative of anthraquinone. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it falls under Chapter 29. It is classified under tariff item 2914.69.00 as an 'Other' quinone, not elsewhere specified.
1,4-Naphthoquinone
1,4-Naphthoquinone is a chemically defined quinone with the formula C10H6O2, featuring two carbonyl groups in a fused ring system. It is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a quinone without additional oxygen functions, it is classified under tariff item 2914.69.00 as an 'other' quinone.
1,4-Naphthoquinone USP Grade
1,4-Naphthoquinone USP Grade is a chemically defined quinone compound used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antifungal drugs and vitamin K analogs. Its high purity and pharmaceutical-grade designation align with the scope of Chapter 29 for separate chemically defined organic compounds. It is classified under tariff item 2914.69.00 as an 'Other' quinone, not elsewhere specified.
2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone
2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone is a simple alkyl-substituted quinone used in organic synthesis and as a biochemical probe. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound with a quinone structure, classifiable under the "Other" quinones of tariff item 2914.69.00.