Dinonylnaphthalene Sulfonic Acid from Japan
Dinonylnaphthalene sulfonic acid serves as extractant in hydrometallurgy and lube oil additives. Sulfonated phenolic derivative containing only sulfo groups, classified HTS 2908.99.1500 when >90% pure.
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
• Acid number 95-105 mg KOH/g specification; stable >6 months certification
• Pitfall: Solvent-dissolved forms (50% in kerosene) reclassified to Chapter 38