5-Hydroxymethylfurfural from China
5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is a versatile platform chemical from sugar dehydration, featuring aromatic furan ring with aldehyde and alcohol functions. Critical for bio-renewable chemicals. HTS 2932.19.10.00 aromatic furan classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Stability data crucial due to polymerization tendency; include antioxidant specs
• Multi-functional analysis prioritizes furan ring over individual groups
• Bio-based certification enhances green import programs eligibility