Tobias Acid (2-Amino-8-naphthalenesulfonic Acid) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include melting point (140-142°C) and solubility data to confirm identity
• Ship in nitrogen-flushed bags to prevent oxidation of the amine group
• Avoid co-mingling with 2940 sugar derivatives to prevent Chapter note conflicts