Veratrole (1,2-Dimethoxybenzene) from Japan
Veratrole is a dimethyl aromatic ether used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals. Falls under HTS 2909.30.40.00 for 'other' aromatic ethers per U.S. note 3.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide NMR spectrum confirming ortho-dimethoxy structure
• Declare flash point (61°C) for proper hazmat shipping documentation
• Ensure no halogen/sulfur substituents that might trigger 2930 classification