HTS Code 2914 Detailed Classification of Ketones, Quinones, and Their Derivatives

HTS US: 2914.XX.XXXX

Description

This heading encompasses a wide range of organic compounds primarily characterized as ketones and quinones. These substances may possess additional oxygen-containing functional groups or may be chemically modified through halogenation, sulfonation, nitration, or nitrosation. The heading includes both simple ketones like acetone and more complex derivatives such as anthraquinones and coenzyme Q10.

The compounds covered under this code are broadly applied in chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, photographic chemicals, perfumery, and as intermediates in organic synthesis.

Code Hierarchy

Section VI:
Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
Chapter 29: Organic Chemicals
Heading 2914: Ketones and quinones, with or without other oxygen function, and their halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives.
US HTS Code (10-digit): 2914.XX.XXXX – The final digits specify precise chemical identities and forms.

Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings

The 4-digit HS heading 2914 is subdivided into detailed 6-digit and 10-digit codes to classify various specific ketones, quinones, and their derivatives as follows:

HS/HTS Code	Description	Examples & Notes
2914.11	Acetone	Common solvent and chemical intermediate.
`2914.11.10.00`	Derived in whole or in part from cumene	Produced via cumene process, important in phenol synthesis.
`2914.11.50.00`	Other acetone types	Includes acetone not derived from cumene.
`2914.12.00.00`	Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone)	Widely used solvent in coatings and adhesives.
`2914.13.00.00`	4-Methylpentan-2-one (Methyl isobutyl ketone)	Industrial solvent and intermediate.
`2914.19.00.00`	Other ketones in this subgroup	Miscellaneous ketones not specified elsewhere.
2914.22	Cyclohexanone and methylcyclohexanones	Important in nylon production and chemical syntheses.
`2914.22.10.00`	Cyclohexanone	Used in polymer industries.
`2914.22.20.00`	Methylcyclohexanones	Substituted cyclohexanones utilized as intermediates.
`2914.23.00.00`	Ionones and methylionones	Fragrance compounds used in perfumery.
2914.29	Other ketones	Diverse ketones including isophorone and synthetic variants.
`2914.29.10.00`	Isophorone	Solvent and chemical intermediate.
`2914.29.30.00`	Natural	Natural ketones in this subgroup.
`2914.29.31.00`	Synthetic	Synthetically produced ketones.
`2914.29.50.00`	Other ketones	Miscellaneous ketones not elsewhere classified.
`2914.31.00.00`	Phenylacetone (Phenylpropan-2-one)	Used in chemical synthesis.
2914.39	Other ketones	Complex ketones with specialized uses.
`2914.39.10.00`	7-Acetyl-1,1,3,4,4,6-hexamethyl-tetra hydro naphthalene; 1-(2-Naphthalenyl) ethanone; and 6-Acetyl-1,1,2,3,3,5-hexamethylindan	Highly specialized ketones.
`2914.39.90.00`	Other	Miscellaneous derivatives.
2914.40	Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes	Includes compounds with dual functional groups.
`2914.40.10.00`	4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one (Diacetone alcohol)	Used as solvent and intermediate.
`2914.40.20.00`	1,2,3-Indantrione monohydrate (Ninhydrin)	Widely used in analytical chemistry for amino acid detection.
`2914.40.40.00`	Other	Ketone-aldehydes and similar compounds.
`2914.40.60.00`	1,3-Dihydroxyacetone	Used in cosmetics and chemical synthesis.
`2914.40.90.00`	Other	Miscellaneous ketone-alcohols and aldehydes.
2914.50	Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function	Compounds with phenolic and other oxygen functionalities.
`2914.50.10.00`	5-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene-sulfonic acid	Specialized chemical applications.
`2914.50.30.00`	Other	Other ketone-phenols.
`2914.50.50.00`	Other	Additional compounds with oxygen functions.
`2914.61.00.00`	Anthraquinone	Important dye intermediate.
`2914.62.00.00`	Coenzyme Q10 (ubidecarenone (INN))	Biologically active quinone.
2914.69	Other	Includes photographic chemicals and drugs.
`2914.69.10.00`	Photographic chemicals	Used in imaging and film processing.
`2914.69.21.00`	Drugs	Pharmaceutical applications.
`2914.69.60.00`	1,4-Dihydroxyanthraquinone; and 2-Ethylanthraquinone	Used in dye and chemical industries.
`2914.69.90.00`	Other	Miscellaneous quinone derivatives.
`2914.71.00.00`	Chlordecone (ISO)	Insecticide (restricted use).
2914.79	Other	Various specialized ketones and quinones.
`2914.79.10.00`	2,3-Dichloro-1,4-naphthoquinone; 1,8-Dihydroxy-4,5-dinitroanthraquinone; and 4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethyl-3,5-dinitroacetophenone (Musk ketone) and other artificial musks	Used in perfumery and chemical synthesis.
`2914.79.30.00`	Anthraquinone disulfonic acid, sodium salt; and 4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)-1-tetralone	Chemical intermediates.
`2914.79.40.00`	Other	Additional specialized compounds.
`2914.79.60.00`	1-Chloro-5-hexanone	Chemical intermediate.
`2914.79.90.00`	Other	Miscellaneous ketones and quinones.

What is NOT Classified Here?

To avoid incorrect classification, note these exclusions:

Compounds without ketone or quinone functions or those classified under other specific chemical headings.
Complex mixtures or preparations containing these compounds but classified under formulations or mixtures in other chapters.
Ketones or quinones bound in polymers or resins are classified under polymer headings.

Notes

Usage in Industry:
Many compounds in this heading are key intermediates in producing plastics, pharmaceuticals, dyes, and fragrances.
Regulatory Considerations: Some substances like chlordecone are controlled or restricted due to toxicity or environmental impact.
Customs Duties: Duty rates vary depending on the specific chemical and country of origin; importers must consult the current tariff schedule.

Declaration Example

Product: A shipment of cyclohexanone for industrial use.US HTS Code: 2914.22.10.00 (Cyclohexanone)

Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)

General Duty Rate: Refer to current USHTS (varies by origin and use)

Additional Requirements: Compliance with chemical safety regulations and possible import licenses.