Anthracene-2-Sulfonic Acid

Anthracene-2-sulfonic acid from sulfonation of anthracene polycyclic hydrocarbon. HTS 2904.99.50.00 covers this higher PAH sulfonated derivative. Used in specialty dye synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2904Same rate: 38.7%

If sulfonic acids of polynuclear hydrocarbons if specially provided for

Specific subheadings within 2904 may apply to well-known PAH derivatives.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 38.7%

If pre-assembled dye coupler

Chapter 32 takes precedence for coloring matter over Chapter 29 intermediates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ PAH content certification required under REACH/TSCA for environmental persistence

β€’ Dark-colored product; use amber glass/HDPE to prevent photodegradation

β€’ Position 2 vs 9 isomer critical for correct CAS registry matching

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Xylenesulfonic Acid Mixture

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Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid

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