5-Methylfurfural

5-Methylfurfural is a naturally derived aromatic aldehyde with an unfused furan ring, used in flavorings and fragrances. The methyl-substituted furan qualifies as aromatic per HTS 2932.19.10.00. Oxygen hetero-atom structure aligns with chapter limitations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2912.29Lower: 15.5% vs 41.5%

If classified by aldehyde function

2912 covers cyclic aldehydes, but 2932 furan ring prevails by numerical order.

3203.00.80.00Lower: 28.1% vs 41.5%

If coloring matter of vegetable origin

Chapter exclusion (g) removes natural colorants from Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include FEMA GRAS status for food-grade imports with residue analysis

β€’ Aldehyde function secondary to heterocyclic classification per chapter notes

β€’ Prevent oxidation during shipping with inert atmosphere certification

Related Products under HTS 2932.19.10.00

Furfural

Furfural is an aromatic heterocyclic compound containing an unfused furan ring, derived from agricultural byproducts like corncobs. It serves as a key intermediate in resins, plastics, and flavorings production. Classified under HTS 2932.19.10.00 as an aromatic furan derivative with oxygen hetero-atom only.

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol

Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol features a hydrogenated unfused furan ring (tetrahydrofuran structure) and is aromatic in context of classification. Used as a green solvent in coatings and pharmaceuticals. HTS 2932.19.10.00 covers both hydrogenated and non-hydrogenated furan rings if aromatic.

Furfurylamine

Furfurylamine is an aromatic furan derivative with an amine substituent on the unfused ring, used in polymer synthesis and agrochemicals. Contains oxygen hetero-atom only in the ring structure. Precisely matches HTS 2932.19.10.00 for aromatic furans.

2,5-Furandicarboxylic Acid

2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) is a bio-based aromatic diacid with unfused furan ring, key monomer for polyethylene furanoate (PEF). Used in sustainable plastics replacing PET. HTS 2932.19.10.00 for aromatic furan compounds.

Furan-2-Methanol

Furan-2-methanol (furfuryl alcohol) contains an aromatic unfused furan ring with hydroxymethyl group, widely used in resin production and fragrances. Oxygen-only hetero-atom structure fits HTS 2932.19.10.00 perfectly.

2-Acetylfuran

2-Acetylfuran is an aromatic ketone featuring unfused furan ring, imparting caramel flavors in food industry. Ketone substituent on oxygen-heterocycle classifies under HTS 2932.19.10.00.