o-Chlorotoluene from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify GC purity analysis showing ≥99% ortho isomer
• Boiling point 159°C important for proper hazmat declaration
• Distinguish from pesticide technical material