Aniline Hydrochloride from Japan
Aniline hydrochloride is the salt formed from aniline and hydrochloric acid, a white crystalline powder used primarily as an intermediate in dye manufacturing and pharmaceutical synthesis. It falls under HTS 2921.41.20.00 as a salt of aniline, specifically an aromatic monoamine derivative. The chapter notes confirm classification of such chemically defined organic compound salts in this heading.
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
• Verify purity certificate to confirm it's a chemically defined compound per chapter note (a); ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption as it's hygroscopic; declare exact CAS number (5956-15-8) on entry documents