Naphthalene-2-Sulfonic Acid from Japan
Naphthalene-2-sulfonic acid results from sulfonation of naphthalene hydrocarbon at the 2-position, fitting HTS 2904.99.50.00 as other sulfonated hydrocarbon derivatives. Essential intermediate for dye manufacturing and as a wetting agent.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide positional isomer confirmation (CAS 93-11-8) via HPLC chromatogram to prevent misclassification as beta-naphthol derivatives
• Use DOT-approved packaging for corrosive liquids; segregate from amines/bases during transport