Sodium 4-nitrotoluene-2-sulfonate from Canada
The sodium salt of 4-nitrotoluene-2-sulfonic acid, classified with the parent acid under HTS 2904.99.20.00 per Chapter 29 note 5(C)(1) for inorganic salts of organic acids. Retains sulfonated/nitrated toluene character without changing heading. Used in water-soluble dye formulations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Salt forms need assay confirming organic acid >90% equivalent for Chapter 29
• Less corrosive than free acid but still requires GHS pictograms