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Naphth[1,2-d]-[1,2,3]-Oxadiazole-5-Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt from China

The sodium salt of Naphth[1,2-d]-[1,2,3]-oxadiazole-5-sulfonic acid, explicitly covered in HTS 2934.99.03.00, maintains the aromatic heterocyclic classification of Chapter 29. This water-soluble form is preferred for dye manufacturing processes. Salts of organic compounds remain classified with the parent acid per Chapter 29 note 3(C)(1).

Duty Rate — China → United States

112.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.60100%Except as provided in heading 9903.04.61, patented pharmaceutical articles as provided for in subdivisions (c) and (d) of U.S. note 40 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Counterion analysis (Na+ content) required to confirm salt formation doesn't alter organic compound classification

• pH stability data essential as sodium sulfonates affect shipping and storage requirements

• Avoid retail packaging that triggers Chapter 32 dye classification exclusion