N,N-Diethylmetanilic Acid Sodium Salt from Canada
The sodium salt of N,N-diethylmetanilic acid, explicitly listed in HTS 2921.42.18.00, is a water-soluble aniline sulfonic acid derivative. Used in direct dye manufacturing. Salts classified with parent organic compound per Chapter 29 note 5(C).
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Higher assay stability than free acid; specify anhydrous vs hydrated form
• Non-hazardous UN number but verify IATA for air shipment
• Customs may require counterion analysis to confirm salt identity