4-Hydroxybenzophenone from Canada
4-Hydroxybenzophenone is an aromatic compound featuring a ketone group and a phenolic hydroxy function on a benzene ring linked by a carbonyl. It falls under HTS 2918.30.3000 as an aromatic carboxylic acid derivative with both aldehyde/ketone and additional oxygen (hydroxy) functions, specifically classified as 'other' in this subcategory. Commonly used in UV absorbers and photoinitiators.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical purity certificates and CAS number (611-94-9) documentation to verify classification under Chapter 29
• Ensure SDS sheets comply with HAZMAT regulations for ketone compounds; avoid misclassification as simple phenols
• Label with stabilizer content if present, as per Chapter 29 note (f), to prevent reclassification