1,3-Dinitrobenzene from China
1,3-Dinitrobenzene is a meta-dinitrated aromatic used in dye intermediates and as a reagent, falling under HTS 2904.20.40.00 for polynitro aromatic hydrocarbons. Its symmetric dinitro structure defines the pure compound classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare melting point (89-92°C) range to verify identity and purity
• Use anti-static bags and grounded handling to prevent explosive dust
• Confirm not listed under Chemical Weapons Convention schedules