4-Amino-2-Methylphenol (2-Methyl-4-aminophenol) from Japan
This toluidine-derived aminophenol combines aromatic amine with phenolic function but classifies primarily as toluidine derivative. HTS 2921.43.4000 per chapter note prioritizing later numerical heading and U.S. note 3 listing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document as toluidine derivative first; phenolic aspect secondary per classification rules
• Provide comparative HPLC showing relation to parent toluidine structure
• Special handling for oxidation-sensitive aminophenols; use inert atmosphere packaging