α-Chloroacetone from Mexico
α-Chloroacetone is a simple aliphatic ketone with chlorine substitution on the alpha carbon, falling under halogenated ketone derivatives of HTS 2914.79.90.00. Highly reactive lachrymator used in chemical synthesis and historically as a tear gas component.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Schedule 1 chemical under Chemical Weapons Convention; requires End-Use Certificate
• UN 1695 hazardous label mandatory; stabilizer required for transport
• Very small import quantities typical due to precursor regulations