Naphth[1,2-d]-[1,2,3]-Oxadiazole-5-Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6215%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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