Metanilic Acid
Metanilic acid is a chemically defined aromatic monoamine derivative, specifically 3-aminobenzenesulfonic acid, classified under HTS 2921.42.21.00 as an aniline derivative salt. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes, pharmaceuticals, and sulfonamide drugs due to its sulfonic acid and amino functional groups.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If derivative other than pure metanilic acid
Other aniline derivatives and salts fall under this subheading, distinguished from specific metanilic acid provision.
If classified primarily as organo-sulfur compound
Organo-sulfur compounds with sulfur directly linked to carbon take precedence if sulfur function dominates over amine.
If put up in dye preparations for retail
Synthetic organic dyes containing metanilic acid derivatives are excluded from Chapter 29 and classified in Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA) confirming purity >98% and chemical identity to avoid misclassification as mixtures
• Ensure SDS includes GHS hazard labeling for corrosive sulfonic acid properties; comply with TSCA registration for US entry
• Verify packaging prevents moisture absorption, as hygroscopic nature can affect duty assessment if contaminated
Related Products under HTS 2921.42.21.00
Metanilic Acid Sodium Salt
The sodium salt of metanilic acid, a water-soluble aromatic amine derivative, falls under HTS 2921.42.21.00 per chapter notes classifying inorganic salts of organic amine compounds with the parent compound. Used in azo dye coupling reactions and as a reagent in analytical chemistry.
Technical Grade Metanilic Acid
Technical grade metanilic acid contains allowable impurities but remains a separate chemically defined compound under chapter note (a), classified in HTS 2921.42.21.00. Primarily used in industrial dye manufacturing where high purity is not required.
Metanilic Acid for Dye Synthesis
Purified metanilic acid packaged specifically for azo dye production, meeting chapter note (h) for diazotizable amines used in dyes, classified under HTS 2921.42.21.00. Essential coupling agent in textile colorant manufacturing.
Pharmaceutical Grade Metanilic Acid
High-purity metanilic acid (>99.5%) for synthesis of sulfonamide antibiotics and pharmaceutical intermediates, classified as a chemically defined aromatic monoamine derivative under HTS 2921.42.21.00. Meets USP/EP standards for drug manufacturing.