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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as cyclic hydrocarbon derivative
Naphthalene carboxylic acids sometimes argued under hydrocarbons if acid minor.
If used as pigment intermediate
Synthetic organic luminophores exclude chapter 29 per note 2(g).
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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
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