Acetophenone from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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