The tariff classification of 2,3-Diaminotoluene, CAS # 2687-25-4, imported in bulk form, from Austria

NY K85645 May 17, 2004 CLA-2-29:RR:NC:2:240 K85644 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 2921.51.5000 Mr. Joseph J. Chivini Austin Chemical Company, Inc. 1565 Barclay Boulevard Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089 RE: The tariff classification of 2,3-Diaminotoluene, CAS # 2687-25-4, imported in bulk form, from Austria Dear Mr. Chivini: In your letter dated April 16, 2004 you requested a tariff classification ruling. The subject product, 2,3-Diaminotoluene, also known as 1,2-Benzenediamine, 3-methyl-, is indicated for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate. The applicable subheading for 2,3-Diaminotoluene will be 2921.51.5000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for Aromatic polyamines and their derivatives; salts thereof: Other: Other: Other…… The rate of duty will be 6.5 percent ad valorem. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Stephanie Joseph at 646-733-3268. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division