Alizarin from Japan
Alizarin is a red anthraquinone derivative containing aromatic lactone functionality used in pharmaceutical staining. Falls under HTS 2932.20.20.00 as aromatic oxygen-heterocycle with drug applications in histology. Historically significant as first synthetic dye with medicinal uses.
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
• Reference USP monograph for histological stains; include spectral data (λmax 425nm)
• Distinguish from textile dye grade; declare pharmaceutical purity grade only
• Batch testing for heavy metals essential as anthraquinones bioaccumulate