1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanone (o-Hydroxyacetophenone) from Canada
o-Hydroxyacetophenone is an aromatic ketone-alcohol used in fragrance synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals. Its structure includes a benzene ring with adjacent acetyl (ketone) and hydroxyl groups, fitting HTS 2914.40.4000 for other aromatic ketone-alcohols. It qualifies as a separate chemically defined organic compound under Chapter 29.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide structural formula and CAS number (90-02-8) on commercial invoice for customs verification
• Confirm no halogenation to avoid 2914.70
• Ensure REACH compliance if transshipping from EU
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Chinese origins