Naphthoic Acid from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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