o-Naphthionic Acid (1-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic Acid)

o-Naphthionic acid is a chemically defined aromatic monoamine derivative with a sulfonic acid group, used primarily as an intermediate in azo dye synthesis. It falls under HTS 2921.45.25.00 as it is specifically listed as 1-amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid within the subheading for naphthylamine derivatives and their salts. This compound meets Chapter 29 note (a) for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2921.45.20.00Higher: 40.8% vs 35%

If imported as a single isomer without mixtures

Pure 2-naphthylamine derivatives without sulfonic acid mixtures classify under the general 2921.45.20 provision earlier in numerical order.

3204.11.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If pre-reacted into synthetic dye couplers

Once converted to finished synthetic organic coloring matter, it moves to Chapter 32 per exclusion note (g).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 35%

If diluted in solvents beyond Chapter 29 allowances

Solutions exceeding safety/transport criteria for general use fall under prepared chemical mixtures in 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide Certificates of Analysis (CoA) confirming chemical identity and purity to avoid misclassification as mixtures

Ensure SDS and proper UN packaging for Hazard Class 8 (corrosive) during transport

Verify isomer-specific assays as mixtures of similar acids may trigger different statistical suffixes

Related Products under HTS 2921.45.25.00

2-Naphthylamine-6-sulfonic Acid (Schaeffer's Acid)

Schaeffer's acid, or 2-naphthylamine-6-sulfonic acid, is an aromatic amine-sulfonic acid used as a diazo component in dye manufacturing. It is explicitly named in HTS 2921.45.25.00 as a derivative of 2-naphthylamine (β-naphthylamine) with sulfonic functionality. This fits Chapter 29's scope for chemically defined amine-function compounds.

5-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic Acid (1,5 Cleve's Acid)

5-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid, also known as Cleve's acid 1,5-isomer, serves as a critical coupler in azo pigment production. It qualifies under HTS 2921.45.25.00 due to its explicit inclusion in mixtures and as a 2-naphthylamine sulfonic derivative. As a separate chemically defined compound, it aligns with Chapter 29(a).

8-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic Acid (1,8 Cleve's Acid)

8-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid (Cleve's acid 1,8-isomer) is a naphthylamine derivative used in direct dye synthesis. Named in HTS 2921.45.25.00 for mixtures containing this compound, it is a chemically defined aromatic amine per Chapter 29 scope. The sulfonic group maintains its amine-function classification.

Tobias Acid (2-Amino-8-naphthalenesulfonic Acid)

Tobias acid is 2-amino-8-naphthalenesulfonic acid, a key intermediate for acid dyes and pigments. Although positionally distinct, its naphthylamine-sulfonic structure aligns with HTS 2921.45.25.00 mixtures provision for similar isomers. It qualifies as an aromatic monoamine derivative under Chapter 29 heading 2921.

Mixed Naphthylamine Sulfonic Acids for Dye Synthesis

This commercial mixture contains 5- and 8-amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid isomers as explicitly described in HTS 2921.45.25.00. Used in multi-component dye formulations, it qualifies as an amine-function compound mixture under Chapter 29 note (b) for isomers. The specific naming governs over general provisions.

Sodium Salt of 2-Naphthylamine-6-sulfonic Acid

The sodium salt form of Schaeffer's acid maintains the amine-function classification of the parent acid per Chapter 29 salt note (C)(1). Explicitly covered under HTS 2921.45.25.00 for named naphthylamine sulfonic acid salts. Commonly used in aqueous dye coupling processes.