Monomethyldiphenylamine from Japan
Monomethyldiphenylamine is a methylated derivative used as an intermediate in dye manufacturing and rubber antioxidants. It falls under HTS 2921.44.2000 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which regulates certain aromatic amine imports. The methyl substitution modifies reactivity for specific polymerization applications.
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
• Maintain drum labeling with batch purity certificates (>98%) for CBP examination
• Pre-clear quota availability through licensed customs broker specializing in chemicals
• Avoid seasonal import peaks when quotas near exhaustion