3,3'-Dimethylbenzidine (o-Tolidine)

3,3'-Dimethylbenzidine, also known as o-tolidine, serves as an intermediate for azo pigments and analytical reagents. Classified in HTS 2921.59.80.90 as other aromatic polyamine with methyl substitution. The ortho-methyl groups influence coupling reactivity.

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.

2921.59Same rate: 31.5%

If different alkyl substitution pattern

Statistical suffixes distinguish substitution isomers within 'other'.

3822Lower: 10% vs 31.5%

If dissolved in transport solvent >50% concentration

Solutions exceeding safety/transport criteria classify as diagnostic reagents.

2904.20Lower: 15.5% vs 31.5%

If reduced to hydrocarbon derivative

Deaminated products lose amine function and classify under hydrocarbons.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข CAS 119-93-7 confirmation required on all shipping documents

โ€ข Quantity limits may apply due to carcinogen status under TSCA

โ€ข Purity specification >98% critical for Chapter 29 compound status

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Benzidine Dihydrochloride

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