Phenylacetone (Phenylpropan-2-one) from China
Phenylacetone is an aromatic ketone with the chemical formula C6H5CH2COCH3, classified under HTS 2914.31.00.00 as a pure aromatic ketone without other oxygen functions. It is a colorless oil used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
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
• Obtain DEA import permit as phenylacetone is a List I chemical regulated under the Controlled Substances Act
• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and end-use statements to avoid scrutiny from customs and regulatory agencies
• Ensure packaging complies with UN hazardous material standards for ketones (flammable liquids)