Aldol Cyclic Dimer Intermediate from China
Cyclic dimer formed from aldol condensation of acetaldehyde, used in flavor/fragrance synthesis. Classifies under HTS 2912.50.5000 as other cyclic aldehyde polymers. Chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29.
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
• GC-MS analysis required showing cyclic dimer >95% with minimal linear aldol byproducts
• Declare as 'chemical intermediate – not for direct food use' to support Chapter 29 classification
• Provide CAS registry number (107-87-9 related) and molecular formula confirmation