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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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)