4-Dimethylaminopyridine (DMAP) (CAS 1122-58-3) from Japan
DMAP is a highly efficient nucleophilic catalyst used in esterification and acylation reactions, featuring a pyridine ring with dimethylamino substitution. Its primary classification follows the pyridine ring per Chapter 29 numerical order rule. HTS 2933.31.00.00 covers this compound.
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
• Highly toxic - requires specific hazard communication training docs
• Import under research chemical exemption if small quantities
• Confirm >99% purity to maintain single compound status