5-Amino-o-Cresidine from Japan
5-Amino-o-cresidine (5-amino-2-methoxy-toluidine) combines toluidine with methoxy substitution for reactive dye synthesis. Principal toluidine amine-function governs HTS 2921.43.90 classification; methoxy ether secondary per Chapter Note oxygen-function restrictions.
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
• NMR confirmation of 2-methoxy-5-amino positions; isomers classify differently
• Amination degree specification prevents polyamine misclassification
• Reactive dye manufacturers provide binding opinions supporting Chapter 29