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4-Aminophenol Hydrochloride Salt from Japan

4-Aminophenol hydrochloride is the salt form of p-aminophenol, used in hair dyes, pharmaceuticals, and as a polymer intermediate, featuring amino and phenolic functions. It is classified under HTS 2922.29.81 as salts thereof of amino-phenols, per Chapter 29 note (C)(1) directing inorganic salts to the organic compound's heading. This ensures consistency with the base amino-phenol classification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare as 'salts thereof' with base compound name and counterion (HCl) to match HTS description and Chapter 29 salt rules

• Include assay data confirming >90% purity of the organic cation to avoid classification as mixtures outside Chapter 29 scope

• Check for anti-caking agents; permissible under note (f) if solely for preservation and not altering use

4-Aminophenol Hydrochloride Salt from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2922.29.81