p-Aminodimethylaniline Hydrochloride from Japan
p-Aminodimethylaniline hydrochloride, a derivative of p-phenylenediamine, functions as a photographic developing agent in black-and-white film processing. It qualifies under HTS 2921.51.20.00 as a designated photographic chemical consisting of aromatic polyamine salts. The compound adheres to Chapter 29 definitions for separate chemically defined amine-function products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
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
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of use in photographic emulsions via end-user letters; confirm hydrochloride salt purity >98% for proper classification; beware of anti-dusting agents that could invoke Chapter 29 note (g)