2-Methylindole from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Position-specific isomers all classify identically under indole provision
• Liquid at room temperature; ensure proper drum packaging for bulk import
• Distinguish from skatole (3-methylindole) by GC-MS if purity questioned