5-Methyl-2-Hexanone (Isohexyl Methyl Ketone) from China
5-Methyl-2-hexanone is a branched acyclic ketone (CH3COCH2CH2CH(CH3)2) utilized in solvent applications and organic synthesis. HTS 2914.19.00.00 applies as it is an 'other' acyclic ketone lacking other oxygen functions, compliant with Chapter 29 notes for pure compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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
• Confirm boiling point (151°C) matches import specs; EU CLP labeling required
• Pitfall: bulk isoamyl blends may go to 3824