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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2921.49Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If purity below technical grade threshold

Other aromatic monoamine derivatives cover lower purity or different aniline salts not specifically named.

2904.10Lower: 14.2% vs 41.5%

If for sulfanilic acid isomers

Closely related para-isomer (sulfanilic acid) falls under different subheading within aromatic amines.

3815.90.50Lower: 40% vs 41.5%

If catalyst preparation containing metanilic acid

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit assay reports showing >90% metanilic acid content; impurities must not change chemical identity per chapter notes

Include stabilizer declaration if anticaking agents added, ensuring they qualify under note (f) for preservation only

Watch for anti-dusting agent additions; excess may trigger reclassification if rendering product for specific use