2,4,5-Trichloroaniline Hydrochloride Salt from Japan
The hydrochloride salt form of 2,4,5-trichloroaniline, where the amine group is protonated with HCl. Per Chapter Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of amine-function compounds classify in the heading of the organic compound, thus HTS 2921.42.16.00. Used in dye manufacturing for improved solubility.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include salt formation analysis in COA; ensure pH stability data for transport
• Pitfall: incorrect declaration as separate acid/base leading to dual classification