1-Phenylazo-2-naphthol (Sudan I) from Japan
Sudan I is a fat-soluble azo dye historically used in solvents and oils, imported as reference standard or synthesis intermediate. Classifies under HTS 2927.00.50.00 as a pure azo-compound rather than finished coloring matter. The trans-azo configuration defines its chemical identity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
21%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Patented pharmaceutical articles that are the product of Japan, of a European Union member country, of South Korea, of Switzerland, or of Liechtenstein as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (f) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
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
• Include 'not for food use' labeling to avoid FDA issues; provide CoA confirming <10ppm heavy metals; restricted in some countries - verify destination regulations