Technical Grade Toluene-2,4-Diamine (98% purity)
>- Technical grade toluene-2,4-diamine at 98% purity is used in TDI manufacturing. Although it contains minor isomers, the principal compound is toluene-2,4-diamine, which is specifically named in tariff item 2921.51.00. Chapter note 1(b) allows mixtures of isomers of the same organic compound to be classified in this chapter.
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 product is a mixture of different aromatic polyamines
Mixtures of aromatic polyamines not specifically named are classified under this residual heading.
If the product is a formulated mixture for a specific use
Chemical products and preparations not elsewhere specified may fall under Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• >- Declare the purity and isomer composition to the CBSA, as technical grade products may contain impurities that affect classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the principal compound is toluene-2,4-diamine
• Check if the product is subject to export or import controls under CEPA for industrial chemicals
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.