7-Amino-1-hydroxynaphthalene-3-sulfonic Acid from China
Also known as J acid, this naphthylamine derivative with hydroxy and sulfonic groups is crucial for synthesizing reactive and direct dyes. It qualifies for HTS 2921.45.90.90 as an 'other' derivative of 1-naphthylamine per Chapter 29 amine-function priority. The molecule's primary aromatic amine defines its tariff classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
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
• Submit IUPAC name and CAS (89-37-2) matching; hydroxy group doesn't override amine-function classification
• Watch for CBP scrutiny on multi-function compounds—provide expert opinion letter affirming Chapter 29 placement
• Package with anticaking agents only if necessary for preservation (Chapter 29 note f); excess additives trigger reclassification