Isoindole-1,3-dione from Mexico
Isoindole-1,3-dione, a structural isomer of phthalimide, is an aromatic fused-ring lactam with nitrogen hetero-atom. It is imported under HTS 2933.79.1500 as other aromatic lactams for use in resins and dyes. Classification follows Chapter 29's rule for last-in-order heterocyclic nitrogen compounds.
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
• Cross-reference with phthalimide rulings for consistency; declare exact isomer to avoid generic amide classification