2-Naphthol-3-Carboxylic Acid Powder

Also known as 2-naphthol-3-carboxylic acid, this powdered form is explicitly 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid under HTS 2918.29.2500 due to its carboxylic acid with phenol function. It functions as a coupler in the manufacture of acid dyes for textiles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2907.15Lower: 15.5% vs 16.5%

If lacking full carboxylic acid functionality

Naphthols without complete phenol-carboxylic structure classify as monocyclic alcohols.

2916.39.15.00Same rate: 16.5%

If as aromatic benzoic acid derivative for bulk import

Broader benzoic/naphthoic acid provisions may apply if not specifically phenolic.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 16.5%

If prepared with anti-dusting agents exceeding safety limits

Excess additives render it a chemical preparation rather than pure compound.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with CAS number 92-70-6 for identification; ensure anti-caking agents are minimal per Chapter 29 note (f)

Test for sulfonated derivatives to prevent shift to earlier headings

Related Products under HTS 2918.29.25.00

3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid

3-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid is a chemically defined organic compound with a carboxylic acid group and a phenolic hydroxy group on a naphthalene ring, falling under HTS 2918.29.2500 as specified. It serves as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for azo dye production and pharmaceutical precursors.

3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid Technical Grade

Technical grade 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid contains minor impurities but remains a separate chemically defined organic compound per Chapter 29 note (a), classified under HTS 2918.29.2500. It is widely used in textile dye coupling and agrochemical synthesis.

3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid Flake Form

Flake-form 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid is the specified compound of HTS 2918.29.2500, a carboxylic acid with phenol function used in pigment and pharmaceutical intermediate production. Its physical form does not affect chemical classification under Chapter 29.

Beta-Naphthol-3-Carboxylic Acid

Beta-naphthol-3-carboxylic acid is synonymous with 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid, directly matching HTS 2918.29.2500 for carboxylic acids with phenol function. It is essential for synthesizing naphthol AS dyes in the textile industry.

3-Hydroxy-2-Naphthoic Acid Stabilized

Stabilized 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid includes necessary anticaking agents for preservation, permitted under Chapter 29 note (f) and classified in HTS 2918.29.2500. Used primarily in dye manufacturing and as a pharmaceutical building block.

2-Carboxy-3-Naphthol

2-Carboxy-3-naphthol is the IUPAC name for 3-hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid, fitting HTS 2918.29.2500 as a phenolic carboxylic acid. It acts as a critical coupler in fast dye production for cotton and wool textiles.