2-Amino-4-nitrotoluene from Japan
2-Amino-4-nitrotoluene (C7H8N2O2) is a nitro-substituted toluidine derivative, classified under HTS 2921.43.90.90 despite nitro group. Used exclusively as explosive intermediate (TNT precursor).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• ATF/DEA export controls apply; require end-user certificates for defense applications
• Nitro group not considered 'nitrogen-function' for 2929 per Chapter Notes
• Yellow crystalline solid; purity testing prevents mixture status