2-Naphthylamine-6-sulfonic Acid (Laurent's Acid) from China
Laurent's Acid is a sulfonated derivative of 2-naphthylamine (β-Naphthylamine) used in manufacturing acid dyes and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2921.45.90 as 'other' aromatic monoamine derivatives; salts thereof in Chapter 29. The retained naphthylamine structure governs classification over sulfonation.
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
• CAS 92-43-3 must appear on invoice; distinguish from Tobias acid (2.8-isomer) to ensure correct HTS
• Beta-naphthylamine derivatives require carcinogen handling precautions; include safety data
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg without proper stabilization per chapter note (f)