4-Aminobenzenesulfonic Acid (Sulfanilic Acid)

Sulfanilic acid is an aromatic monoamine derivative featuring an amino group and a sulfonic acid group on a benzene ring, classified under HTS 2921.42.90.00 as an aniline derivative and its salt. It is primarily used in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and optical brighteners.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+25.0%31.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6.5%โ€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2929.90Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If imported as part of coordination complex with metals

Coordination compounds classified by last occurring fragment per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(3).

3204.11.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If further processed into synthetic dye for retail

Synthetic organic coloring matter excluded from Chapter 29 per chapter note 2(g).

2933Lower: 16.5% vs 31.5%

If imported as aqueous solution exceeding transport concentration limits

Solutions only classifiable here if normal for safety/transport per chapter note 2(e).

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify purity certificate (typically 99%+) and CAS number 121-57-3 for customs classification as chemically defined compound

โ€ข Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) showing it's not put up for retail sale to avoid Chapter 32 reclassification