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m-Phenylenediamine from Japan

Meta-phenylenediamine is used in epoxy resins, dyes, and polymers. It qualifies for HTS 2942.00.10.00 under additional U.S. note 3 to section VI as a di-amine aromatic compound listed in the note's specific products.

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

Certify isomer purity (>98% meta) as ortho/para isomers classify under different provisions

Include polymerization inhibitor certificate to maintain 'separate compound' status

Avoid anti-dusting agents exceeding chapter note (g) limits for identification purposes