HS Code for 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one

1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one is classified under HS code 2932.92 due to its precise chemical structure as a heterocyclic compound containing only oxygen as the heteroatom. Chapter 29 of the Harmonized System specifically covers organic chemicals, and heading 2932 is dedicated to heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. The subheading 2932.92 explicitly identifies "1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one," leaving no ambiguity for its classification. This specific designation ensures accurate customs declaration and facilitates international trade by clearly defining the product's chemical identity within the global tariff system, distinguishing it from other oxygen-containing heterocyclic compounds or other organic chemicals.

Products Included

• 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one
• Piperonyl methyl ketone
• MDP2P (Methylenedioxyphenyl-2-propanone)
• 3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl-2-propanone

Common Misclassification

Common misclassifications for 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one often involve other organic compounds with similar functional groups but different core structures. For instance, it might be confused with other ketones that lack the heterocyclic structure, which would typically fall under HS code 2914 (Ketones and quinones, whether or not with other oxygen function). Additionally, other heterocyclic compounds with different heteroatoms, such as nitrogen (HS code 2933) or sulfur (HS code 2934), could be mistakenly considered. Compounds not specifically enumerated under 2932.92 but still falling under oxygen heterocyclic compounds would be classified under 2932.99, which covers "other" oxygen heterocyclic compounds.

FAQ

What is the HS code for 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one?

The HS code for 1-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)propan-2-one is 2932.92. This code specifically identifies this chemical compound within the broader category of heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, ensuring precise classification for trade and regulatory purposes.

What defines a heterocyclic compound in HS classification?

In HS classification, a heterocyclic compound is an organic compound containing a ring structure where at least one atom in the ring is not carbon. For HS code 2932, the defining characteristic is the presence of only oxygen atoms as the heteroatoms within the ring structure, distinguishing it from carbocyclic compounds or heterocycles with other types of heteroatoms.