3-Methyl-5-Pyrazolone Dye Coupler Grade from Japan
Specialty grade 3-Methyl-5-pyrazolone optimized as dye coupler in azo pigment production falls under HTS 2933.19.70.00. Its pure pyrazole structure distinguishes it from formulated dye products excluded by Chapter 29 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include end-use statement specifying dye intermediate to prevent Chapter 32 misclassification
• Comply with Color Additive regulations if traces used in final products
• Test for heavy metal impurities common in pyrazolone synthesis