Acenaphthene from Mexico
Acenaphthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with the formula C12H10, consisting of naphthalene with an ethylene bridge. It falls under HTS 2902.90.20.00 as a specific cyclic hydrocarbon listed in the tariff description for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming purity and identity as acenaphthene to avoid misclassification
• Ensure packaging complies with UN/DOT hazardous material regulations if shipped in bulk
• Declare exact CAS number (83-32-9) on entry documents to match tariff description