Cyclohexanone Diethyl Acetal from Japan
Cyclohexanone diethyl acetal serves as a protected form of cyclohexanone in multi-step synthesis. This cyclic acetal with oxygen function is classified in HTS 2911.00.50.00 as 'other' acetals per heading 2911 and Chapter 29 applicability notes.
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
• Lab testing may be required to confirm acetal formation vs. ketone parent compound
• Declare flash point and boiling range for proper hazmat shipping classification
• Avoid generic 'organic chemical' descriptions; specify exact compound name