Chlorobenzene for Pesticide Synthesis from Germany
Technical-grade chlorobenzene destined for herbicide production like propanil. Falls under HTS 2903.91.10.00 as a chemically defined chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbon, not excluded by end-use per tariff rules.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include end-use statement if requested, but classification is based on chemical identity, not use
• Register under TSCA Section 13 for pesticide precursor imports
• Test for dichlorobenzene impurities (<0.5%) to stay in monochlorobenzene subheading