Benzenesulfonamide from Japan
Benzenesulfonamide is a chemically defined organic compound featuring a sulfonamide functional group directly attached to a benzene ring. It falls under HTS 2935.90.10.00 as a specific sulfonamide listed in the tariff description for Chapter 29, which covers separate chemically defined organic compounds. Primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and dye synthesis.
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
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming purity and structure to verify classification under 2935.90.10.00
• Ensure SDS (Safety Data Sheets) comply with HAZMAT regulations as sulfonamides may require special handling
• Avoid misclassification as general sulfonated derivatives by documenting specific chemical identity matching tariff listing