N-Ethyl-1-naphthylamine from Mexico
N-Ethyl-1-naphthylamine is an alkylated derivative of 1-naphthylamine explicitly named in HTS 2921.45.20.00. This liquid aromatic monoamine serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye production without sulfonic groups. It fits Chapter 29 as a chemically defined amine-function compound.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Boiling point and refractive index data verify purity against naphthylamine standards
• Handle as flammable liquid (flash point ~100°C); proper Class 3 HAZMAT declaration required
• Distinguish from ethyl alcohol esters per note 2(B), which stay with acid components