1-Naphthylamine-8-sulfonic Acid (Peri Acid)

Peri acid, or 1-naphthylamine-8-sulfonic acid, is a derivative covered by HTS 2921.45.60.00 under additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. Widely used in azo pigment synthesis for inks and coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+17.5%24%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2921.42.22.00Higher: 41.5% vs 24%

If aniline derivative rather than naphthylamine

Aniline-based sulfonic acids classify under separate 2921.42 subheading.

2842.90Lower: 13.3% vs 24%

If metal salt form

Sodium or other inorganic salts may classify with the organic base per chapter note 3(C).

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 24%

If imported diluted for safety

Solutions standardized for transport qualify under chapter note 1(e) but may use preparations heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use tamper-evident packaging to prevent contamination during ocean transport

Obtain REACH compliance documentation for EU transshipment

Declare exact purity percentage as impurities affect classification