1-Nitropropane from Mexico
1-Nitropropane (C3H7NO2) functions as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate. HTS 2904.20.5000 applies to this acyclic nitrated hydrocarbon with only nitro functionality. Excluded from chapter 27 petroleum mixtures.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• VOC exemption documentation for coating applications; declare solvent use
• Monitor for peroxides formation—include inhibitor analysis in CoA
• Temperature-controlled shipping (<30°C) prevents decomposition reclassification