2-Naphthylamine-3,6-disulfonic Acid (R Acid)

R Acid is a disulfonated derivative of 2-naphthylamine included in HTS 2921.45.60.00 per U.S. note 3. Critical intermediate for direct and reactive dyes used in cotton dyeing.

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.

2921.45Same rate: 24%

If other naphthylamine derivative not in note 3

Statistical suffixes distinguish note 3 products from general derivatives.

3204.19.40.00Lower: 16.5% vs 24%

If as component in dispersed dye

Dye preparations containing multiple amine derivatives classify by color function.

2924.29.71.00Higher: 31.5% vs 24%

If carboxylated derivative

Addition of carboxy groups creates oxygen-function compounds under heading 2924.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with GHS pictograms for skin corrosion and aquatic toxicity hazards

Verify country of origin as antidumping duties may apply to certain dye intermediates

Use refrigerated containers if stability data indicates temperature sensitivity