9902.02.99 - 5,5'-Bi-2-benzofuran-1,1',3,3'-tetrone (CAS No. 2420-87-3) (provided for in subheading 2917.39.30)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 9902.02.99, specifically addresses the chemical compound 5,5'-Bi-2-benzofuran-1,1',3,3'-tetrone, identified by CAS No. 2420-87-3. This category falls under Section XXII of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, which pertains to temporary legislation, trade agreement modifications, and Section 22 import restrictions. The inclusion of this specific chemical under a Chapter 99 code signifies that it is subject to special tariff treatment, typically due to temporary proclamations or specific trade policy measures rather than its inherent material composition or primary industrial use as defined in the standard Chapters.
The distinction of this category from its sibling entries, which typically encompass a wide array of goods from live animals to various manufactured products, lies in its designation as a "temporary legislation" item. While other HTS codes are permanent and based on intrinsic product characteristics, 9902.02.99 is subject to change based on evolving trade policies and agreements. Its classification is not based on being a type of live animal, a textile, or a machinery component, but rather on its specific listing within a temporary legislative provision, as indicated by its parent context and the "provided for in subheading 2917.39.30" note, which directs users to the permanent classification of this chemical compound in another section of the HTS for baseline understanding.
As a leaf node, HTS 9902.02.99 does not have further subcategories. Its classification is precise and intended to apply directly to the specified chemical compound under the particular temporary legislative provision. Therefore, the practical application of this code requires adherence to the conditions and duration of the proclamation that placed it under Chapter 99. Importers must be aware of the specific trade agreement or Section 22 action associated with this code, as its tariff treatment and import requirements are dictated by these temporary measures, not solely by the chemical's intrinsic properties.