5-Nitro-2-Furaldehyde from Japan
5-Nitro-2-furaldehyde contains nitro group on aromatic furan ring, used in antimicrobial synthesis. Nitro not considered nitrogen-function per chapter notes. HTS 2932.19.10.00 aromatic furan.
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
• Nitro group stability data; light-sensitive handling required
• Chapter note clarifies nitro doesn't trigger 2929 classification
• Pharma intermediate needs DEA watch-list screening