Dye Intermediate 2-Chloro-5-sulfo-4-methylaniline

Synonymous with 2-Chloro-p-toluidine-5-sulfonic acid (CAS 88-51-7), this aromatic amine-sulfonic acid is a building block for reactive dyes. Falls under HTS 2921.43.90.20 as a toluidine derivative per precise chemical structure.

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.

2921.49.50.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If for other aromatic monoamine derivatives

Broader 'other' monoamines if not specifically toluidine-based.

3204.16.30.00Same rate: 41.5%

If post-coupling into pigment form

Finished synthetic pigments excluded from Chapter 29 per exclusion note (g).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare as 'dye intermediate' with CAS reference to align with HTS; use ISF filing early for chemical imports

Test for heavy metals to meet TSCA requirements