3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine Dihydrochloride

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine dihydrochloride is a diamine salt classified under HTS 2921.59.80.10 as an aromatic polyamine derivative and its salt. It is primarily used as a key intermediate in the production of diaminobenzidine-based azo pigments and dyes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.5%+25.0%31.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6.5%โ€”6.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6.5%โ€”6.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.11.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If when formulated as synthetic azo pigment dispersion

Finished synthetic organic dyes and pigments fall under Chapter 32 rather than Chapter 29 chemical intermediates.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 31.5%

If imported as prepared chemical mixture or solution for dye production

Chemical preparations containing multiple compounds are classified in heading 3824, not as pure substances of Chapter 29.

2921.59.20.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If classified as other aromatic polyamine salt without specific dihydrochloride identification

General aromatic polyamine salts use broader 10-digit code; specific chemical naming determines 2921.59.80.10.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and identity as 3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine dihydrochloride to match HTS 2921.59.80.10 specification

โ€ข Verify compliance with TSCA regulations and obtain EPA pre-manufacture notice if required for chemical import

โ€ข Avoid misclassification by ensuring product is imported as pure chemical substance, not pre-mixed dye formulation