3-Acetylindole from Japan
3-Acetylindole contains a ketone functionality at position 3 of the indole structure, classified under HTS 2933.99.0500 with the heterocycle taking precedence over ketone classification. Important intermediate for alkaloid synthesis.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Ketone function (2914) does not override specifically named heterocyclic compound
• Provide melting point (170-174°C) and spectroscopic data for identity confirmation
• Common misclassification as 'other ketones'; emphasize indole structure in documentation