Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 29130040: Aromatic Halogenated, Sulfonated, Nitrated, or Nitrosated Derivatives

The HS Code 29130040 refers to aromatic halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives of the product of heading 2912. This code is used to classify and identify specific types of chemical compounds that fall under this category. Understanding this code is important for importers and exporters as it helps in the proper classification and documentation of these products for international trade.

The product description for HS Code 29130040 states that it includes aromatic derivatives that have undergone processes such as halogenation, sulfonation, nitration, or nitrosation. These derivatives are derived from the product of heading 2912, which refers to aromatic hydrocarbons. The specific chemical structures and compositions of the derivatives may vary, but they all fall under this code.

When it comes to the duty rate for products classified under HS Code 29130040, the bound and MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate is 5.5%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This duty rate is applicable to the importation of these derivatives into various countries.

The quantity unit for HS Code 29130040 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight or quantity of the imported or exported aromatic halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives.

There are also special tariff preference programs available for products classified under HS Code 29130040. These programs provide certain countries with preferential treatment or exemptions from import duties. Some of the programs and their respective rates include:

• Free: Only imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) under that subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate
• Bahrain Special Rate
• NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) for Canada, which provides duty-free treatment
• Chile Special Rate
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) provides duty-free treatment
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI)
• Israel Special Rate provides duty-free treatment
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA)
• Jordan Special Rate
• Uruguay Round Concessions on Intermediate Chemicals for Dyes provides duty-free treatment
• Morocco Special Rate
• NAFTA for Mexico
• Oman Special Rate
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA)
• Peru Special Rate
• Singapore Special Rate at 1%

These special tariff preference programs offer varying degrees of duty-free treatment or reduced duties for imports of aromatic halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives under HS Code 29130040.

Lastly, when it comes to importing and exporting these derivatives in the United States, the data provided shows that West Virginia is the main exporting and importing state. This information can be useful for businesses and traders looking to engage in trade activities involving HS Code 29130040.

HS Code 29130040 represents aromatic halogenated, sulfonated, nitrated, or nitrosated derivatives of the product of heading 2912. This code is important for proper classification, documentation, and understanding of these chemical compounds in international trade. The duty rate, quantity unit, and special tariff preference programs associated with this code provide further information and opportunities for importers and exporters.

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