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1-(3-Sulfo propyl) pyridinium hydroxide

A chemically defined heterocyclic compound containing an unfused pyridine ring with a sulfo propyl substituent, classified under HTS 2933.39.08.00 per Chapter 29 notes for separate organic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atoms. Used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and dye production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+112.5%112.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+110.0%110%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+110.0%110%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+25.0%25%
🇯🇵JapanFree+27.5%27.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933Same rate: 112.5%

If classified primarily by sulfonation

Sulfonated pyridine derivatives fall under 2933.40 when sulfo group is the principal characteristic function.

2942.00Lower: 16.2% vs 112.5%

If containing sugar residues

Organic compounds with sugar ethers/esters classify in 2942 per Chapter 29 note 2(c).

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming chemical identity and purity as required for Chapter 29 compounds

• Declare as hazardous material if meeting DOT criteria for corrosive properties; use UN proper shipping name

• Avoid misclassification as sulfonated derivatives under 2933.40 if sulfo group doesn't define principal character