1-Nitronaphthalene
1-Nitronaphthalene is a nitrated aromatic hydrocarbon used as an intermediate for dyes and pharmaceuticals. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, classified under tariff item 2942.00.00 as an other organic compound, since it is not more specifically covered by earlier headings.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a nitrated hydrocarbon
Heading 29.04 covers nitrated derivatives of hydrocarbons; 1-nitronaphthalene may be more specific there.
If the nitro group is not considered a derivative
Cyclic hydrocarbons of heading 29.02 may apply if the compound is seen as a substituted aromatic hydrocarbon.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not a dye or colouring matter; if so, Chapter 32 applies
• Provide a safety data sheet as it may be hazardous
• Verify that the nitro group does not make it classifiable under heading 29.04 (nitrated hydrocarbons)
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