2-Nitrobenzophenone from China
2-Nitrobenzophenone features a nitro group ortho to the carbonyl on a diphenyl ketone structure, qualifying as an aromatic nitrated ketone derivative under 2914.79.40.00. Used in photoinitiator and pharmaceutical synthesis.
Duty Rate — China → United States
107.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.04.6094.5%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit structural formula and synthesis route documentation to confirm ketone priority over nitro function
• Check for light-sensitive stabilizers; chapter note (f) allows if solely for preservation
• Ensure not misdeclared as pesticide intermediate (may require EPA registration)