1-Benzylpiperidine from Mexico
1-Benzylpiperidine is an N-protected piperidine derivative used in medicinal chemistry. Its unfused piperidine ring structure places it under HTS 2933.32.5000 as 'other' piperidine compound, not classified by benzyl group per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include HPLC purity report (>99%) and confirm no residual benzyl chloride
• Classify as UN 2735 amines, flammable liquid for transport
• Verify not on DEA analog list despite structural similarity to controlled substances