2-Methylindole

2-Methylindole is a simple alkyl-substituted indole with methylation at position 2, falling squarely under HTS 2933.99.0500 as a modified aromatic indole. Used in perfume synthesis and as pharmaceutical intermediate.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.99.97.01Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If substitution pattern complex

Multi-alkylated indoles may fall under general heterocyclic provision.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Position-specific isomers all classify identically under indole provision

β€’ Liquid at room temperature; ensure proper drum packaging for bulk import

β€’ Distinguish from skatole (3-methylindole) by GC-MS if purity questioned

Related Products under HTS 2933.99.05.00

Acridine

Acridine is a heterocyclic aromatic compound with a nitrogen hetero-atom in its tricyclic structure, classified under HTS 2933.99.0500 as a specific aromatic heterocyclic compound. It serves as a fundamental building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and dyes.

Indole

Indole is a bicyclic aromatic heterocyclic compound featuring a benzene ring fused to a pyrrole ring with nitrogen hetero-atom, specifically named in HTS 2933.99.0500. It is widely used as an intermediate in synthesizing pharmaceuticals, perfumes, and agrochemicals.

1-Methylindole

1-Methylindole is a modified aromatic indole derivative with a methyl group at the nitrogen position, falling under HTS 2933.99.0500 as a named aromatic heterocycle modification. Commonly used in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and as a fragrance intermediate.

9-Aminoacridine

9-Aminoacridine is an acridine derivative with an amino group at position 9, classified under HTS 2933.99.0500 due to its core acridine structure despite additional nitrogen functionality. Used in pharmaceutical intermediates and as a fluorescent dye base.

Tryptophan

L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid featuring an indole side chain attached to alanine, classified under HTS 2933.99.0500 due to its indole structure. The heterocyclic nitrogen compound takes precedence over amino acid classification.

Indole-3-Carboxaldehyde

Indole-3-carboxaldehyde features an aldehyde group at position 3 of the indole ring, remaining under HTS 2933.99.0500 as the named heterocyclic compound prevails over aldehyde function. Used in synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fragrances.