8-Hydroxyquinoline from Japan
8-Hydroxyquinoline is a bidentate chelating agent and antiseptic containing unfused quinoline ring with phenolic hydroxy group. HTS 2933.49.70.00 applies as nitrogen hetero-atom heterocyclic compound meeting chapter purity requirements. Used in metal complex formation and pharmaceutical intermediates.
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
• Heavy metal chelation properties - provide complex formation data if stabilized
• Technical grade vs pharma grade affects documentation; specify CAS 148-24-3
• Avoid anti-dusting agent additions that imply specific use per Chapter 29 note (g)