Nylon-12 Monomer Laurolactam
High-purity laurolactam specifically marketed as the monomer for nylon-12 polymer production, a 12-carbon lactam ring compound. Falls precisely under HTS 2933.79.40.00 as 12-aminododecanoic acid lactam, distinct from other lactams. Used in 3D printing filaments and engineering plastics.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as polyamide oligomer or low MW prepolymer
Partially polymerized material classified as polyamide resins in Chapter 39, not monomer.
If misidentified as purine derivative
Different heterocyclic nitrogen compounds; strict specificity of 2933.79.40.00 prevents overlap.
If for carboxylic acid derivatives if open-chain form
Precursor 12-aminododecanoic acid classified here; cyclized lactam form changes to heterocyclic heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Label shipments clearly as '12-Aminododecanoic acid lactam' to match exact subheading; generic 'lactam' risks audit
β’ Comply with DOT/ADR transport regulations for solid organic compounds; obtain import permit if destined for chemical plants
Related Products under HTS 2933.79.40.00
12-Aminododecanoic Acid Lactam
12-Aminododecanoic acid lactam, also known as Ξ΅-caprolactam's higher homolog (laurolactam), is a heterocyclic lactam with a 12-membered nitrogen-containing ring formed from 12-aminododecanoic acid. It falls under HTS 2933.79.40.00 as a specific 'other lactam' in the lactams subheading of heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atoms only. This pure chemical compound is used primarily as a monomer in nylon polymer production.
12-Aminolauric Acid Lactam Powder
Crystalline powder form of 12-aminododecanoic acid lactam (12-aminolauric acid lactam), a large-ring heterocyclic nitrogen compound. HTS 2933.79.40.00 specifically names this lactam under 'other lactams,' aligning with Chapter 29 for pure organic compounds. Applied in specialty polyamides.
Laurolactam Technical Grade 99%
Laurolactam (12-aminododecanoic acid lactam) technical grade at 99% purity is a white crystalline powder used in industrial nylon synthesis. Classified under HTS 2933.79.40.00 as the specific named lactam within 'other lactams' of nitrogen heterocyclic compounds. Meets Chapter 29 notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds.