6-Amino-1-naphthol-3-sulfonic acid (J Acid) from Canada
J Acid (6-Amino-1-naphthol-3-sulfonic acid) and its salts are specifically enumerated under HTS 2922.21.1000 as essential intermediates for direct and reactive dyes used in cellulosic fibers. The compound's ortho amino-hydroxy positioning enables stable azo coupling. Typically imported as 92-98% purity technical grade.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.8%
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
• HPLC chromatogram required to distinguish J Acid from isomeric naphthol acids
• pH stability testing prevents decomposition claims during ocean transit
• Confirm <0.1% heavy metals to meet REACH and TSCA impurity standards