Veratrole (1,2-Dimethoxybenzene) from Mexico
Veratrole is a dimethylated aromatic ether used in pharmaceutical synthesis and fragrances. Classified in HTS 2909.30.60.00 as an aromatic ether not elsewhere specified. The dual methoxy groups on the benzene ring define its ether classification.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as '1,2-Dimethoxybenzene' with CAS 91-16-7 to match chemical nomenclature standards
• Declare assay purity >98% to qualify as chemically defined compound per chapter note
• Use child-resistant packaging if destined for consumer fragrance formulations