Acenaphthene from China
Acenaphthene is a tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derived from coal tar, used in dye manufacturing and plastics. Classified under HTS 2902.90.90.00 as other cyclic hydrocarbons not specifically listed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity to maintain Chapter 29 classification
• Include origin certificate distinguishing synthetic vs coal tar derivation if applicable
• Declare proper shipping name 'Acenaphthene, molten' if shipped above 92°C melting point