1-Naphthylamine-8-sulfonic Acid (Peri Acid) from China
Peri Acid serves as a dye intermediate for naphthol AS dyes used in textile coloration. It qualifies under HTS 2921.45.90 as an 'other' 1-Naphthylamine derivative per Chapter 29's amine-function compounds. The peri-position sulfonic acid maintains aromatic monoamine classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Use systematic name 8-amino-1-naphthalenesulfonic acid (CAS 82-75-7) on all docs
• Test for heavy metal impurities; exceedances trigger additional EPA scrutiny
• Declare intended dye manufacturing use to prevent reclassification as finished colorant