p-Nitrotoluene Sulfonic Acid from Canada
p-Nitrotoluene sulfonic acid is a sulfonated and nitrated derivative of toluene (heading 2902), with both sulfo and nitro groups on the aromatic ring. Classified in HTS 2913.00.40.00 as other aromatic sulfonated/nitrated compounds. Used in azo dye manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide sulfonation degree analysis to distinguish from mono-substituted toluene
• Include wastewater treatment plan if importing large quantities
• Verify no dye formulation additives that would shift to Chapter 32