N,N-Diethylmetanilic Acid Sodium Salt from Japan
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 — 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
• 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