2-Nitrotoluene from Japan
2-Nitrotoluene, the ortho isomer of nitrotoluene, serves as an intermediate for dyes and explosives, classified under HTS 2904.20.40.00 for aromatic nitro-only derivatives. It meets Chapter 29 purity standards as a separate organic compound.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify isomer ratio via HPLC certificate to confirm single compound status
• Comply with MARPOL Annex II for bulk liquid chemical shipping
• Pre-register with US EPA for volumes exceeding research quantities