2,4-Diaminotoluene from Mexico
2,4-Diaminotoluene (toluenediamine) is a key intermediate for toluene diisocyanate (TDI) in polyurethane production. Classified under HTS 2942.00.10.00 per U.S. note 3 for specified aromatic diamines used in industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify 2,4-isomer content (>97%) as mixtures with 2,6-isomer affect classification
• Provide distillation range and melting point data confirming chemical identity
• Declare as 'molten/crystalline industrial intermediate only' avoiding polymer prepolymer confusion