9902.08.31 - Basic Red 1:1 (3,6-bis (ethylamino)-9-[2-(methoxycarbonyl) phenyl]-2,7-dimethylxanthenium chloride) (CAS No. 3068-39-1) (provided for in subheading 3204.13.80)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9902.08.31, specifically addresses "Basic Red 1:1," a chemical compound identified by its scientific name 3,6-bis(ethylamino)-9-[2-(methoxycarbonyl)phenyl]-2,7-dimethylxanthenium chloride (CAS No. 3068-39-1). It is important to note that this classification is made within the context of Section XXII, which deals with Special Classification Provisions, Temporary Legislation, and Temporary Modifications, including those proclaimed pursuant to trade agreements and additional import restrictions under Section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act. The explicit reference to its "provided for in subheading 3204.13.80" indicates that while the substance itself might otherwise fall under a heading related to synthetic dyestuffs, its importation is subject to the specific, temporary provisions outlined in Chapter 99.
Unlike the broader categories of live animals or other general merchandise found at the root level of the HTS, this node is highly specific. Its siblings, such as live horses (0101), live bovine animals (0102), and live swine (0103), represent entirely different classes of goods and are governed by distinct tariff and regulatory frameworks. The purpose of this 9902 code is not to classify a general commodity, but to apply a particular set of rules or restrictions to a precisely identified chemical compound, likely for policy or trade management reasons.
As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification purposes under 9902.08.31 is solely on the precise identification of "Basic Red 1:1" and adherence to any accompanying temporary legislative requirements or restrictions associated with its importation. The classification hinges on the exact chemical identity and the specific, temporary provisions that necessitate its placement in Chapter 99, rather than a standard commodity heading.