Aniline Benzenesulfonate from Japan
Aniline benzenesulfonate combines aniline with benzenesulfonic acid, used in detergent production and as a coupling agent. Classified in HTS 2921.41.20.00 as an aniline salt per numerical order rule over sulfonated derivatives. Chapter note (C) prioritizes the organic base component.
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
• Sulfonate requires wastewater discharge permits for end-use; analyze for sulfonic acid free content; label as irritant per GHS standards