2-(Benzylideneamino)phenol from China
This aromatic imine derivative of o-aminophenol finds use in chelating agent synthesis and analytical reagents. Classified in HTS 2925.29.60.00 as an other aromatic imine, it qualifies under Chapter 29 as a separate chemically defined compound.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for phenolic impurities; >10% phenol content may trigger dual classification review
• Include flash point certification (<93°C) for proper IMDG dangerous goods declaration
• Verify no azo coupler functionality to avoid 3204 reclassification per chapter exclusion