Industrial Acetaldehyde in Glass Ampoules from China
Acetaldehyde packaged in sealed glass ampoules for laboratory and small-scale industrial use, classified under HTS 2912.12.00.00 as the pure acyclic aldehyde compound. Packaging is solely for safe transport without altering general use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare ampoule quantity and total volume; small pack sizes under 100ml avoid bulk chemical scrutiny
• Include breaking strength test for glass to meet ISTA transport standards
• Label 'Research Use Only' if applicable to prevent end-use reclassification