2932.20.45.00/Phthalolactone Blue Intermediate/Japan

Phthalolactone Blue Intermediate from Japan

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

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%

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Import Tips

• 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