3-Nitro-1,2-benzenediamine from Japan
3-Nitro-1,2-benzenediamine serves as an intermediate for permanent hair dyes and azo pigments. HTS 2942.00.35.00 covers it as an other nitrated aromatic amine compound. The dual amino groups with ortho-nitro substitution create a modified aromatic structure classified in residual provision.
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
• Include genotoxicity testing data for CBP hazardous material review
• Confirm not pre-coupled for dyes (Chapter 32 exclusion applies)
• Label with specific positioning to prevent generic diamine classification