Benzidine Dihydrochloride from Japan
Benzidine dihydrochloride is the salt form of the aromatic tetraamine benzidine, used historically in dye manufacturing. It falls under HTS 2921.59.80.90 per Chapter 29 note on organic salts classifying with parent amine. The hydrochloride salt maintains aromatic polyamine identity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Benzidine derivatives require EPA TSCA Section 8(d) health/safety data submission
• Declare both free base equivalent and salt form concentrations on commercial invoice
• Special handling permits needed due to IARC Group 1 carcinogen classification