2932.99.55.00 - Bis-O-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]-D- glucitol (Dimethyl benzylidene sorbitol); and Rhodamine 2C base 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 15.4¢/kg + 52% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category encompasses specific heterocyclic organic compounds, notably Bis-O-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]-D-glucitol, also known as Dimethyl benzylidene sorbitol, and Rhodamine 2C base. These substances are generally used as clarifying agents in plastics, particularly polyolefins, or as dyes and fluorescent indicators. Their classification here signifies they do not fit into more specific subdivisions within the broader heterocyclic compounds.
When considering sibling categories, it is important to distinguish this entry from other compounds within 2932. For instance, benzofuran and dibenzofuran (2932.99.32.00) are distinct structural entities. Similarly, 2-hydroxy-3-dibenzofurancarboxylic acid (2932.99.35.00) and benzoin tetrahydropyranyl ester and xanthen-9-one (2932.99.39.00) represent different chemical structures and functional groups, thus falling under separate classifications even within the "Other" subdivisions. This category is for the specified benzylidene sorbitol and rhodamine base, which do not share the core structures of those other listed siblings.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Classification within this HTS code hinges on the precise chemical identity of the imported substance. Importers must ensure that their goods precisely match the chemical descriptions provided, as minor structural variations or different chemical names could lead to classification under a different HTS code.