α-Naphthol (1-Naphthol)

α-Naphthol, also known as 1-naphthol, is a chemically defined monophenols compound with the formula C10H7OH, classified under HTS 2907.15.10.00 as a naphthol used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis. It appears as white to yellowish crystalline flakes and is essential for producing dyes, pharmaceuticals, and antioxidants.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3204.11.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If used directly as synthetic azo dye coupler

When formulated for specific dyeing applications rather than as pure chemical, it falls under synthetic organic coloring matter in Chapter 32.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If imported as mixture with stabilizers or solvents

Chapter 29 excludes preparations; mixtures for chemical use beyond simple preservation go to Chapter 38 as chemical preparations.

2940.00.60.00Lower: 30.8% vs 40.5%

If in salt form like sodium α-naphtholate

Naphthol salts are classified under sugar ethers/esters heading per chapter notes, separate from parent phenols.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity certificate (typically >98%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound; ensure SDS includes CAS 90-15-3

Avoid misclassification as dye intermediate if not chemically pure