Fluorobenzene

Fluorobenzene, the simplest fluorinated aromatic hydrocarbon from benzene, qualifies for HTS 2903.89.15.00 under Section VI note 3. Used in agrochemical and pharmaceutical synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%—5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%—5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%—5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%—5.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2903.71.01.00Higher: 38.7% vs 30.5%

If chlorofluorobenzene mixed halide

Compound halogenated derivatives have specific subheadings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 30.5%

If stabilized with >1% inhibitors

Products with added stabilizers beyond transport needs become mixtures.

2901.10Lower: 10% vs 30.5%

If saturated fluorinated acyclic chain

Acyclic halogenated hydrocarbons classify earlier in Chapter 29.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include NMR spectra confirming monofluorination and aromatic structure

• Comply with REACH if transshipping through EU; align with TSCA

• Avoid bulk packaging over 200L drums to prevent mixture classification