Furfural from Mexico
Furfural is an unsaturated heterocyclic aldehyde derived from agricultural waste, featuring an unfused furan ring with oxygen hetero-atom, used in resins and flavor production. Classified under HTS 2932.19.51.00 as 'other' furan ring compounds per Chapter 29 hierarchy. Meets criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
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
• Include GC-MS analysis verifying furan ring structure and aldehyde function to distinguish from Chapter 29 exclusions
• Declare as UN 1199 flammable liquid; ensure drum packaging meets DOT specifications
• Watch for reclassification if diluted beyond Chapter 29 note (d) water solubility limits