Toluene-2,5-Diamine from Mexico
Toluene-2,5-diamine is used in permanent hair dyes and as a photographic chemical intermediate. It is explicitly named in HTS 2921.51.10.00 under diaminotoluenes, fitting the aromatic polyamine definition of the subheading.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include cosmetic ingredient labeling compliance documentation for hair dye applications
• Test for heavy metal impurities that could trigger hazardous waste regulations
• Declare exact isomer content to avoid misclassification with toluene-2,4-diamine