Cumene-Derived Acetone (Industrial Grade) from China
High-purity acetone produced via the cumene process, containing at least 99.5% acetone with minimal impurities. This acyclic ketone without other oxygen functions is derived in whole or in part from cumene, fitting precisely under HTS 2914.11.10.00. Primarily used as a solvent in paints, coatings, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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
• Verify cumene derivation through supplier certificates or process documentation, as required for this specific subheading
• Ensure proper hazardous material labeling and shipping papers compliant with DOT and IMDG regulations
• Avoid misclassification as general acetone (2914.11.2000) by confirming cumene origin to prevent duty reassessment