2-Chloro-5-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene

A specific nitrated, chlorinated, and fluorinated toluene derivative explicitly enumerated in HTS 2904.99.15.00. This chemically pure compound serves as a key building block in the production of advanced pesticides and pharmaceutical APIs. Its classification reflects the chapter notes for separate chemically defined organic compounds with nitro and halogen functions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2904Same rate: 40.5%

If considered a derivative without nitro prioritization

Other halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons might apply if nitro function not dominant per classification rules

2915.90.50Lower: 28.8% vs 40.5%

If used/sold primarily as a nitrobenzene derivative

Nitrobenzene derivatives have separate provisions; classification follows last occurring heading per chapter note 3

3808.93.15.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If pre-formulated into pesticide intermediates

Pesticide-related goods shift to Chapter 38 when put up for specific pesticidal use

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR and GC-MS spectra in documentation to verify positional isomer structure distinguishing it from other trifluorotoluene derivatives

Comply with REACH or equivalent pre-registration if transshipping through Europe; prepare for DOT hazardous material shipping papers

Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'trifluorotoluene' generically—specify exact name to match tariff item

Related Products under HTS 2904.99.15.00

4-Chloro-3-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene

This is a chemically defined organic compound featuring a toluene backbone with chlorine, nitro, and trifluoromethyl substituents. It falls under HTS 2904.99.15.00 as a specific nitrated and halogenated derivative of hydrocarbons listed in the tariff schedule. Primarily used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.

4-Chloro-3,5-dinitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene

This polynitrated and halogenated toluene compound is one of three specifically named products in HTS 2904.99.15.00, qualifying as a separate chemically defined organic compound. The dual nitro groups and trifluoromethyl substitution make it valuable for synthesizing energetic materials and specialty herbicides. Classification adheres to chapter provisions for nitrated halogenated hydrocarbon derivatives.

4-Chloro-3-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene (99.5% Technical Grade)

High-purity technical grade version of the named compound in HTS 2904.99.15.00, containing minimal impurities as permitted by chapter note 1(a). Used directly in multi-step synthesis of trifluoromethyl-substituted pharmaceuticals. Meets 'separate chemically defined' criteria despite trace impurities.

2-Chloro-5-nitro-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene Stabilized Solution

Aqueous or solvent solution of the named HTS 2904.99.15.00 compound with stabilizer added solely for transport safety per chapter note 1(f). The solvent does not render it suitable for specific use beyond general chemical handling. Maintains classification as the pure compound.