Bayer's Acid Salt (1-Naphthylamine-4-sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt) from Japan
Bayer's acid sodium salt serves as a crucial intermediate for direct and reactive dyes, featuring the aminohydroxynaphthalenesulfonic acid structure. It is specifically listed under HTS 2922.21.4000 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota-controlled dye chemicals. The compound's classification follows chapter rules prioritizing oxygen-function amino-phenols.
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
• Cross-reference exact chemical name against U.S. note 3 list to confirm tariff line applicability before shipment
• Maintain batch records showing synthesis from qualifying naphthol precursors to support chapter 29 chemical definition
• Beware of misdeclaration as 'dye intermediate mixture' which could trigger 3824 classification and different duties