Acetylresorcinol from Mexico
1,3-Dihydroxyacetophenone (acetylresorcinol) is a dihydroxy aromatic ketone classified under HTS 2914.50.30.00 as an 'other' ketone-phenol. Despite dual phenolic groups, it remains in this heading per chapter classification rules. Used in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals.
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 structural formula and IUPAC name in commercial invoice for CBP chemical identification
• Test for heavy metals (<10ppm) per USP standards for pharmaceutical intermediate imports
• Declare as 'research chemical' only if <1kg to avoid FDA oversight