p-Nitrotoluene Sulfonic Acid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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