Nitrobenzene from Japan
Nitrobenzene, the simplest aromatic nitro compound, is produced by nitration of benzene and used in aniline production, classified under HTS 2904.20.40.00 as an aromatic derivative containing only nitro groups. It meets chapter 29 criteria as a separate chemically defined organic compound.
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%
Import Tips
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >99% purity to maintain chapter 29 classification
• Comply with OSHA permissible exposure limits documentation for workplace safety
• Check for additional U.S. note 3 restrictions on volume imports before shipment