1-Naphthol from China

1-Naphthol (C10H7OH) is a naphthol isomer used in dye manufacturing and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. As an aromatic cyclic alcohol derivative, it qualifies under HTS 2906.29.60.00 'other' category. Chemically defined per Chapter 29 note (a).

Duty Rate — China → United States

30.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

CAS 90-15-3 documentation essential; purity ≥97% prevents reclassification as waste

Dye intermediate declaration avoids Chapter 32 colorant classification

Handle as hazardous material (UN 2811); ensure proper UN packaging certification