Beta-Naphthol from Japan
Beta-naphthol is a modified aromatic compound serving as a key intermediate in azo dye synthesis and pharmaceutical production. Classified under HTS 2942.00.35.00 as an other aromatic organic compound, it features a naphthalene structure with a hydroxyl group. It meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined compounds.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
6.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectral analysis confirming naphthol structure to distinguish from phenols in heading 2907
• Verify no dye coupling has occurred; pre-reaction intermediates stay in Chapter 29 per note exclusions