Sodium 1-Naphthol-4-sulfonate from Japan
The sodium salt of 4-Hydroxy-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid, used in azo dye coupling reactions. Classified under HTS 2908.99.06.00 per Chapter 29 note 5(C)(1), as inorganic salts of organic sulfo-function compounds are placed with the parent acid.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include salt composition assay in documentation to support classification with parent acid
• Ensure no added stabilizers render it specific-use per Chapter 29 note (g)
• Label clearly to distinguish from dye preparations