Pentachlorobenzene Technical Grade Powder

Technical grade pentachlorobenzene powder (95-98% purity) used in laboratory research and as a synthetic precursor for pharmaceuticals. HTS 2903.93.00.00 covers this as the named compound, allowing minor impurities per Chapter 29 note (a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+17.5%23%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2903.99.20.00Higher: 40.5% vs 23%

If chlorodifluoromethane derivatives

Fluorine-halogen combinations have separate provisions; pure pentachlorobenzene lacks fluorine.

3105.30.00.00Higher: 25% vs 23%

If intentionally mixed as fertilizer diazotizing agent

Chapter exclusions send certain dilutions for dye/fertilizer production to Chapter 31.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare intended use as 'chemical synthesis intermediate' on commercial invoice to support Chapter 29 classification

Anti-dusting agent additions permitted (Chapter note g) but must not render suitable for specific non-general use