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Stabilized Pentachlorobenzene Crystals

Pentachlorobenzene crystals with added stabilizer for transport stability, used in dye intermediate production. Falls under HTS 2903.93.00.00 per Chapter note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+20.0%25.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2914.79Lower: 16.5% vs 25.5%

If converted to corresponding carboxylic acid salt

Salt derivatives classify with parent acid per note 3(C)(1), shifting from hydrocarbon heading.

3808.91Lower: 17.5% vs 25.5%

If insecticide formulations containing >50% PCBZ

Pesticide-specific mixtures excluded from Chapter 29 per note (k) and go to 3808.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document stabilizer as <0.5% and solely for preservation; excess may trigger 3824 classification

• Comply with MARPOL Annex III for marine shipment; provide flash point data (-5°C)