Beta-Naphthol from Japan
Beta-naphthol is an aromatic organic compound used primarily as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and antioxidants. It falls under HTS 2942.00.10.00 as a product described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, which covers specific organic compounds not classifiable elsewhere in Chapter 29 due to their chemical structure and aromatic nature.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate (typically 99%+) as impurities may affect classification under Chapter 29 notes
• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) documenting it's a separate chemically defined compound per chapter note (a)
• Avoid retail packaging over 1kg to prevent reclassification as Chapter 32 coloring matter preparations