5-Benzoyl-4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzenesulfonic Acid from Germany
This is a specific aromatic ketone-phenol compound featuring a benzoyl group, hydroxy, methoxy, and sulfonic acid functionalities on a benzene ring. It falls under HTS 2914.50.10.00 as it precisely matches the chemical structure defined for this subheading within Chapter 29 for ketones with other oxygen functions. Primarily used as an intermediate in dye synthesis and pharmaceutical production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and structure to avoid misclassification
• Ensure SDS and CAS number (if assigned) match import documentation
• Watch for stabilizer additions that could shift to other 2914 provisions