1-(2-Naphthalenyl)ethanone (2-Acetylnaphthalene)

1-(2-Naphthalenyl)ethanone, also known as 2-acetylnaphthalene, is an aromatic ketone serving as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye synthesis. Classified under HTS 2914.39.10.00 as a specifically enumerated aromatic ketone without additional oxygen functions per Chapter 29 note 4.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2914Same rate: 35%

If containing additional quinone oxygen functions

Quinones and compounds with ketone-quinone structures fall under 2914.70 rather than simple aromatic ketones.

3204.11Lower: 16.5% vs 35%

If used directly as synthetic organic coloring matter

Chapter 32 takes precedence over Chapter 29 for compounds primarily used as dyes per exclusion note 2(g).

2933.99.97Lower: 6.5% vs 35%

If containing heterocyclic ring structures

Heterocyclic compounds with ketone functions are classified in heading 2933 rather than acyclic/carbocyclic ketones.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR or GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity to match exact chemical specification

Label shipments with UN number if flash point <60°C; many aromatic ketones require hazmat declaration

Maintain end-use statements distinguishing chemical intermediate from finished dye products