Toluquinone (2-Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone) from Japan
Toluquinone is a methylated quinone derivative employed in specialized photographic sensitizing solutions and as an intermediate in dye synthesis for color films. Classified under HTS 2914.69.1000 due to its role in photographic chemistry processes.
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 end-use certificates proving photographic application to avoid reclassification; check for REACH-like compliance if from EU
• Pitfall: Bulk imports without purity specs may trigger additional testing