2-Bromo-1-phenylethanone (Phenacyl Bromide) from Japan
Phenacyl bromide is a halogenated ketone featuring a bromine atom alpha to the carbonyl group in a phenylacetophenone structure. Classified under HTS 2914.79.90.00 as a halogenated ketone derivative not specifically provided for elsewhere. Used in organic synthesis for preparing heterocycles and pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify based on principal chemical character (ketone with halogen substituent) with supporting NMR/GC-MS data
• L lachrymatory; requires special ventilated packaging and DOT hazardous labeling
• Monitor for REACH compliance if transshipping through Europe