CD-2 Developing Agent (p-Phenylenediamine Derivative)
CD-2 Developing Agent is a commercial p-phenylenediamine derivative used as a color developer in photographic processing solutions. It is a chemically defined organic compound, and its classification under 2921.51.00 is based on its identity as a p-phenylenediamine derivative.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the derivative is not specifically a p-phenylenediamine derivative
This covers other aromatic polyamines and derivatives not listed in 2921.51.
If the product is put up in measured doses or for retail sale as a photographic chemical
Section note 2 directs classification to heading 37.07 for photographic products put up for retail sale.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the exact chemical name and structure, as CD-2 is a trade name; the CBSA requires the IUPAC name for classification
• Ensure the product is not put up in measured doses or for retail sale, which would shift classification to another heading
• Provide documentation of the product's use in photographic processing to support the classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2921.51.00
1,4-Diaminobenzene (p-Phenylenediamine Base)
>- 1,4-Diaminobenzene (p-phenylenediamine base) is used in photographic chemicals and dyes. It is specifically named in tariff item 2921.51.00, which covers p-phenylenediamine and its derivatives and salts.
2,4-Diaminotoluene (2,4-TDA)
>- 2,4-Diaminotoluene (2,4-TDA) is a diaminotoluene isomer used in polyurethane elastomers, dyes, and hair colorants. It is specifically named in tariff item 2921.51.00, which covers diaminotoluenes and their derivatives and salts.
2,4-Diaminotoluene (2,4-Toluenediamine)
>- 2,4-Diaminotoluene (2,4-toluenediamine) is a diaminotoluene isomer used in dyes, polymers, and as a chain extender. It is specifically named in tariff item 2921.51.00, which covers diaminotoluenes and their derivatives and salts.
2,4-Diaminotoluene Sulfate
2,4-Diaminotoluene sulfate is a salt of diaminotoluene, an aromatic polyamine, used as an intermediate and stabilizer in photographic chemical formulations, particularly for dye developers. As a chemically defined organic compound with an added sulfate group, it falls under tariff item 2921.51.00, which covers o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes, and their derivatives and salts.
2,5-Diaminotoluene Sulfate
>- 2,5-Diaminotoluene sulfate is a salt used primarily in permanent hair coloring formulations. Under Chapter 29 note 5(C)(1), salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent compound, so this salt of a diaminotoluene falls under tariff item 2921.51.00.
2,6-Diaminotoluene
>- 2,6-Diaminotoluene is a diaminotoluene isomer used as a dye intermediate and polymer modifier. It is a diaminotoluene derivative explicitly named in tariff item 2921.51.00, which covers diaminotoluenes and their derivatives and salts.