Benzeneazodimethylaniline (Solvent Yellow 2) from Germany
This azo compound serves as a solvent dye for petroleum products and plastics coloration. Although used as coloring matter, its import as pure chemical compound classifies under HTS 2927.00.50.00 per Chapter 29 precedence over Chapter 32. The azo (-N=N-) linkage defines its chemical heading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Pure compounds (>98%) stay in Chapter 29 even if coloring use; include solubility specs in technical data; verify VOC content for environmental compliance