2-Ethylanthraquinone

2-Ethylanthraquinone is an alkylated anthraquinone specifically named in HTS 2914.69.60.00, used primarily as a key component in hydrogen peroxide production via the anthraquinone process. It functions as an oxygen carrier in cyclic oxidation-reduction reactions in industrial catalysis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2934.99Higher: 16.5% vs 10%

If for use as pharmaceutical intermediate rather than industrial catalyst

If primarily destined for drug synthesis rather than bulk chemical process, may classify under heterocyclic compounds in 2934.

2902.50.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If imported in bulk as cyclic hydrocarbon derivative without emphasized quinone function

Purely hydrocarbon characterization could shift to Chapter 29 acyclic/cyclic hydrocarbons if oxygen function not principal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include process flow documentation showing use in anthraquinone H2O2 cycle; provide spectroscopic confirmation of ethyl substitution at position 2 (CAS 84-51-5); check for anti-dusting agents not rendering specific-use per Chapter notes

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1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone (Quinizarin)

1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone, also known as quinizarin, is a specific dihydroxy derivative of anthraquinone classified under HTS 2914.69.60.00 as one of the named quinones with other oxygen functions. It is primarily used as an intermediate in dye synthesis and organic pigment production.

High Purity Quinizarin for Dye Synthesis

Pharmaceutical-grade 1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone (99.5% purity) specifically listed under HTS 2914.69.60.00 for use in manufacturing anthraquinone dyes and pigments. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined quinones.

Industrial Grade 2-Ethylanthraquinone for H2O2 Process

Technical grade 2-Ethylanthraquinone (CAS 84-51-5) explicitly covered by HTS 2914.69.60.00, containing minimal stabilizer for safe transport in hydrogen peroxide manufacturing. Qualifies under Chapter 29 note (f) for added stabilizers.

Quinizarin with Anti-Caking Agent

1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone with 0.2% silicon dioxide anti-caking agent, classified under HTS 2914.69.60.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) for necessary preservation additives. Used in pigment manufacturing.

2-Ethylanthraquinone Flake Form

2-Ethylanthraquinone supplied in solid flake form for easier handling in industrial applications, specifically named in HTS 2914.69.60.00. Physical form does not affect chemical classification.

Purified Quinizarin for Organic Synthesis

Sublimed 1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone at 99.8% purity for laboratory and fine chemical synthesis, covered under HTS 2914.69.60.00 as chemically defined quinone. Used in research and specialty chemical production.