Xanthen-9-one

Xanthen-9-one, also known as xanthone, is an aromatic heterocyclic compound featuring a central pyrone ring fused with benzene rings, containing oxygen hetero-atoms only. It is used in dye synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and as a fluorescent probe, classified under HTS 2932.99.39.00 as a specifically enumerated product. This pure organic compound meets Chapter 29 requirements for separate chemically defined heterocycles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

2932.99Same rate: 40.8%

If derivatives or analogs not specifically named

Unnamed aromatic heterocyclic oxygen compounds go to the basket provision 2932.99.60.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 40.8%

If used primarily as fluorescent brightening agent

Chapter 29 note (g) excludes synthetic products of this nature used as luminophores, classifying under Chapter 32.

2908.99.03.00Lower: 40.5% vs 40.8%

If ether function predominates over heterocycle

Certain aromatic ethers without emphasized heterocyclic ring may classify under heading 2909 for oxygen-function compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit NMR or mass spectrometry data to confirm aromatic heterocyclic structure and exclude impurities outside Chapter 29 allowances

Declare any added stabilizers separately; anti-dusting agents are permitted only if not rendering specific use per note (g)