Metanilic Acid for Dye Synthesis from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify intended use as dye intermediate with end-user letters; prevents misclassification as finished coloring matter

Use nitrogen-blanketed packaging to prevent oxidation; include stability data in import documentation

Confirm no dye coupler additions that would invoke chapter note (h) dilution provisions for azo dye production