Benzaldehyde Diethyl Acetal from Mexico
Benzaldehyde diethyl acetal is the acetal formed from benzaldehyde and ethanol, used as a fragrance intermediate and protecting agent. It falls under HTS 2911.00.50.00 as an 'other' acetal with additional oxygen function, qualifying under Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined acetals.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include CAS number (94-48-4) and molecular formula C11H16O2 on commercial invoice
• Verify no added colorants beyond note (g) allowances to prevent reclassification
• For bulk imports, ensure proper segregation from incompatible chemicals during transport