Acetophenone from Germany

Acetophenone is an aromatic ketone with the formula C6H5COCH3, featuring a phenyl group attached to a carbonyl. It falls under HTS 2914.39.90.00 as an aromatic ketone without other oxygen functions, classified as 'other' within this subheading. Commonly used as a fragrance in perfumes and a photoinitiator in coatings.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15.5%

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

Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming purity and aromatic ketone structure to avoid misclassification

Ensure SDS includes GHS hazard labeling for ketones; common pitfall is inadequate transport documentation for flammables

Verify no additional oxygen functions via lab testing to stay within 2914 scope