2914.40.90.00/2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-one/Japan

2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropan-1-one from Japan

This aromatic ketone-alcohol combines a benzoyl ketone group with a tertiary alcohol functionality. Classified under HTS 2914.40.90.00 as an 'other' ketone-alcohol with additional oxygen function. Used in photoinitiator manufacturing and polymer chemistry.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Declare photoinitiator end-use; may qualify for temporary duty relief programs

• Include polymerization inhibitor percentage; >0.1% active monomer triggers hazardous classification

• Verify aromatic content >50% by weight for potential Chapter 29 benzenoid preference