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Dye Coupling Agent 2-Naphthol Crystals

Crystalline β-Naphthol functioning as a diazo dye coupler in textile coloration processes. Falls squarely under HTS 2907.15.30.00 per Chapter 29 for chemically defined phenols, prior to dye formation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3204.19.40.00Lower: 19% vs 37.5%

If synthetic azo coupler preparation

Prepared dye couplers excluding pure compounds shift to synthetic organic coloring matter.

2908.19Lower: 18% vs 37.5%

If halogenated naphthol derivative

Halogenated phenol derivatives classify under Chapter 29 alcohols/phenols with halogen functions.

2914.79.40Lower: 25.5% vs 37.5%

If sulfonated naphthol salt

Sulfonated derivatives fall under ketone/quinone function headings per Chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide spectral analysis confirming structure matches β-Naphthol isomer, not α-form

• Ensure no pre-reaction with diazonium salts that would create finished dyes under Chapter 32

• Use anti-caking stabilizers only if necessary for transport per Chapter 29 note (f)