Monochloronitrobenzene Mixture (Meta/Para) from Germany
Industrial mixture containing 60% m-chloronitrobenzene and 40% p-chloronitrobenzene, separated from o-isomer. Qualifies under HTS 2904.99.08.00 as chemically defined isomers mixture per Chapter 29 note (b). Used in herbicide synthesis.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Submit HPLC chromatogram showing isomer ratio and total purity >98% for customs verification
• Use nitrogen-blanketed containers to prevent oxidation during ocean transit
• Confirm no 2-chloronitrobenzene (>1%) as o-isomer has separate 2904.99.0200 subheading