2-Furoic Acid
2-Furoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid with an unfused furan ring, used in pharmaceuticals and as a preservative. The ring contains only oxygen hetero-atoms, and the compound is chemically defined, qualifying under tariff item 2932.19.00 as 'Other'.
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 carboxylic acid function is considered primary
Some carboxylic acids with heterocyclic rings might be classified under acyclic or cyclic acid headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not a salt or ester, which might be classified elsewhere
• Provide the acid's purity and any impurities
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Related Products under Tariff item 2932.19.00
2,5-Furandicarboxylic Acid
2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) is a bio-based aromatic diacid with an unfused furan ring, used as a key monomer for producing polyethylene furanoate (PEF), a sustainable alternative to PET. Its structure contains only oxygen hetero-atoms in the heterocyclic ring, qualifying it under tariff item 2932.19.00 as an 'Other' heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only.
2-Acetylfuran
2-Acetylfuran is an aromatic ketone with an unfused furan ring, used to impart caramel flavors in food products. The ketone substituent does not introduce additional hetero-atoms, and the ring contains only oxygen, placing it under tariff item 2932.19.00 as an 'Other' furan compound.
2-Furaldehyde Diethyl Acetal
2-Furaldehyde diethyl acetal is a protected form of furfural, used in organic synthesis, retaining the aromatic furan ring with only oxygen hetero-atoms. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classifiable under tariff item 2932.19.00 as an 'Other' heterocyclic compound.
2-Furanmethanol Acetate
2-Furanmethanol acetate is the acetate ester of furfuryl alcohol, maintaining the aromatic furan ring. Used in flavor chemistry and polymer production, it is a separate chemically defined compound with only oxygen hetero-atoms in the ring, falling under tariff item 2932.19.00.
3-Furoic Acid
3-Furoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid with the carboxyl group at position 3 of the furan ring, used in pharmaceutical intermediates. It is a separate chemically defined compound with only oxygen hetero-atoms in the ring, falling under tariff item 2932.19.00.
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is a platform chemical derived from sugar dehydration, featuring an aromatic furan ring with aldehyde and alcohol functions. It is a separate chemically defined compound with only oxygen hetero-atoms in the ring, qualifying under tariff item 2932.19.00.