Phthalolactone Blue Intermediate

Phthalolactone derivatives used as intermediates for blue dyes feature aromatic fused lactone structures, falling under HTS 2932.20.4500. Essential for pigment manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3204.17.60Higher: 41.5% vs 16.5%

If synthetic organic coloring matter

Dye intermediates that function as colorants exclude from Chapter 29.

2934.99.90.01Lower: 6.5% vs 16.5%

If containing additional heteroatoms

Complex dye intermediates with multiple heteroatoms classify later in Chapter 29.

2904.20Lower: 15.5% vs 16.5%

If derivative of hydroaromatic compounds

Partially saturated aromatic lactones may classify under hydroaromatic provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include dye intermediate synthesis pathway documentation linking lactone structure to end-use

Certify purity >98% to qualify as separate chemically defined compound per Chapter note (a)

Avoid colorant additions that trigger Chapter exclusion note (g) for coloring matter

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