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Lawsone (2-Hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone)

Lawsone is a naphthoquinone used in photographic chemicals for natural dye-sensitized solar cells and alternative film processes. Qualifies under HTS 2914.69.1000 for its photographic applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3203.00Lower: 13.1% vs 40.5%

If as henna-derived coloring matter

Vegetable origin coloring excludes from Chapter 29 synthetic compounds.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If in prepared photo dye solution

Retail or prepared dye forms shift to Chapter 38 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document stability data for transport; comply with EPA regs if photo-sensitive

• Common issue: Requiring dye fastness tests

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1,4-Benzoquinone is a yellow crystalline quinone compound used as a key photographic chemical in the development of black-and-white films and papers. It functions as an oxidizing agent in certain photographic developers and fixers, falling under HTS 2914.69.1000 as a quinone specifically for photographic applications.

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Naphthoquinone (1,4-Naphthoquinone)

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