2,4-Diaminotoluene from Japan

2,4-Diaminotoluene is an aromatic polyamine serving as an intermediate for toluene diisocyanate (TDI) production and hair dyes. It qualifies for HTS 2921.59.4000 as a product enumerated in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for this amine-function compound.

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

Monitor Section VI note 3 quotas closely; apply for licenses if available through Commerce Department

Include spectroscopic analysis (NMR/IR) to verify aromatic polyamine structure against imitations

Beware REACH-like restrictions; ensure no prohibited impurities that could trigger pesticide classifications