p-Dichlorobenzene

Para-dichlorobenzene, a benzene derivative with two chlorine atoms, falls under HTS 2903.89.15.00 per Section VI note 3. Primarily used as mothballs and deodorizer in consumer products.

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.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 30.5%

If packaged as retail pesticide product

Goods put up for retail pesticide sale classify under Chapter 38 insecticides.

2903.91.30Higher: 40.5% vs 30.5%

If fluorinated para-dihalobenzene isomer

Fluorobenzene derivatives have dedicated subheadings.

2710.19Lower: 17% vs 30.5%

If high petroleum distillate contamination

Contaminated hydrocarbons may classify as petroleum oils if >70% hydrocarbons.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide EPA registration if destined for pesticide use post-import

• Ensure 99% minimum assay via HPLC for chemical identity verification

• Separate from formulated products to avoid Chapter 38 reclassification