2903.99.20.00/Benzotrichloride (α,α,α-Trichlorotoluene)/Japan

Benzotrichloride (α,α,α-Trichlorotoluene) from Japan

Benzotrichloride (C6H5CCl3) is a chlorinated derivative of toluene with three chlorine atoms on the benzylic carbon, specifically enumerated in HTS 2903.99.20.00. This corrosive liquid serves as a key intermediate in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its classification reflects its status as a pure, chemically defined halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Confirm 99%+ purity via certificate of analysis to maintain specific subheading classification

• Use UN-approved packaging for Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S. (UN 2433) and include proper hazard labeling

• Register under TSCA Premanufacture Notification if aggregate volume exceeds reporting thresholds