1,2-Naphthoquinone from Mexico
1,2-Naphthoquinone is an ortho-quinone derivative of naphthalene with two adjacent carbonyl groups, used as an intermediate in pesticide and pharmaceutical synthesis. Classified in HTS 2914.69.90.00 as an 'other' quinone with oxygen function, not specified elsewhere in 2914. Its reactivity stems from the conjugated quinone system.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
110%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6094.5%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Declare exact CAS number (2348-93-0) and molecular formula on commercial invoice to prevent reclassification
• Comply with TSCA pre-manufacture notice if >10,000 lbs annual import for US production
• Label as 'research chemical' if <100g to qualify for simplified entry