o-Chlorotoluene from China
o-Chlorotoluene has chlorine ortho to the methyl group on toluene, classified as halogenated aromatic hydrocarbon under HTS 2903.99.80.01. Used as intermediate for herbicides, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify GC purity analysis showing ≥99% ortho isomer
• Boiling point 159°C important for proper hazmat declaration
• Distinguish from pesticide technical material