6-Acetyl-1,1,2,3,3,5-hexamethylindan (Acetyl Hexamethylindan) from Mexico
6-Acetyl-1,1,2,3,3,5-hexamethylindan is a polycyclic aromatic ketone used in fine fragrance creation for woody-amber scent profiles. It qualifies for HTS 2914.39.10.00 as one of the three specifically named compounds in this subheading without other oxygen functions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use IFRA certificates confirming compliance with fragrance safety standards for easier customs processing
• Ship in nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent oxidation; declare inert atmosphere packaging
• Avoid generic 'fragrance chemical' descriptions; specify exact chemical name matching tariff text