3-Ketobutyric Acid from Mexico
3-Ketobutyric acid, a beta-keto acid, contains ketone and carboxylic functions per HTS 2918.30.90.00 classification. Used in organic synthesis despite instability.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Import as stabilized sodium salt to prevent decarboxylation
• Full elemental analysis required for customs verification
• Avoid 2918.90 if hydroxy tautomer predominates