Naphthoic Acid

1-Naphthoic acid is a bicyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acid used in dye intermediates and pharmaceuticals. Under HTS 2915.90.20.00 as other aromatic monocarboxylic acid.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2902.90.30Higher: 35% vs 30.5%

If classified as cyclic hydrocarbon derivative

Naphthalene carboxylic acids sometimes argued under hydrocarbons if acid minor.

3204.17.20.00Higher: 31.5% vs 30.5%

If used as pigment intermediate

Synthetic organic luminophores exclude chapter 29 per note 2(g).

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Specify naphthoic acid position (1- vs 2-) to avoid isomer misclassification

TSCA inventory confirmation for U.S. manufacture/use

High melting point (160°C); purity specs prevent mixture classification