4-Aminoacetophenone from Japan
4-Aminoacetophenone is an aromatic amino-ketone compound with the formula C6H4(NH2)COCH3, featuring a single ketone oxygen function and an amino group. It falls under HTS 2922.39.2500 as an aromatic amino-ketone other than those with multiple oxygen functions, and is subject to additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for specific chemical import tracking. Commonly used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate and CAS number (122-80-5) match import declaration; ensure SDS includes handling for sensitizing properties
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as non-aromatic if ring substitution unclear
• Register with CBP for note 3 chemicals if volume exceeds thresholds