Naphthoic Acid from Japan
1-Naphthoic acid and 2-naphthoic acid are polycyclic aromatic monocarboxylic acids used in dyes and pharmaceuticals. HTS 2916.39.79.00 for other aromatic monocarboxylic acids. Qualifies as pure organic compound.
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
• Specify 1- vs 2-isomer; different reactivity affects end-use declarations
• Colorimetric testing required for dye intermediate purity
• Ensure no sulfonation; sulfonated derivatives exclude per Chapter notes