m-Phenylenediamine Technical Grade from Japan
Technical grade m-phenylenediamine is a diaminobenzene polyamine used in epoxy hardeners, though 'pure' grades may have specific codes. As an aromatic polyamine not fitting earlier subheadings, HTS 2921.59.80 applies to impure or derivative forms per Chapter 29 impurity allowances.
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
• Purity <99% justifies 2921.59.80 vs purer 2921.51; provide GC assay
• Oxidation stabilizer declaration needed if contains Chapter 29 note (f) additives
• Dark color common; appearance specs prevent mixture reclassification