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

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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

1-(2-Naphthalenyl)ethanone (2-Acetylnaphthalene) from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2914.39.10.00