4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone (Diacetone Alcohol) from Mexico
Diacetone alcohol is an aromatic ketone-alcohol used as a solvent in paints, lacquers, and resins. It features both a ketone and hydroxyl group, classifying it under HTS 2914.40.4000 as an aromatic ketone-alcohol 'other' derivative. This compound meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds with oxygen functions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
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
• Verify purity certificates to confirm it's a chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a); ensure SDS includes oxygen function details
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures if stabilizers exceed transport needs
• Label as hazardous material for DOT compliance during import