Chloronitrotoluene

Chloronitrotoluene combines chloro-halogenation with nitro groups on toluene, creating a compound derivative. Fits HTS 2904.99.47.00 explicitly covering halogenated nitrated aromatic hydrocarbons.

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.

2903.99.80.01Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If halogenation without nitro/nitrosation

Halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons without further functions classify in 2903.

2921.42Lower: 16.5% vs 40.5%

If derived to diaminochlorotoluene

Nitrogen-dominant functions post-reduction shift classification.

3808.93.15.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If herbicide intermediate like 2-chloro-4-nitrotoluene

Pesticide intermediates have specific provisions in Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify substitution pattern (2-chloro-4-nitro typical) for correct statistical suffix

UN 2433 PG III; flash point ~110°C requires combustible liquid precautions

Avoid classification as pesticide intermediate without EPA registration

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p-Toluenesulfonic Acid

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Benzenesulfonic Acid

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Nitrotoluene (Mixture of Isomers)

Nitrotoluene consists of ortho-, meta-, and para-nitrotoluene isomers (CH3C6H4NO2), nitrated derivatives of toluene. Falls under HTS 2904.99.47.00 as aromatic nitrated hydrocarbons, used in explosives, dyes, and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid

Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid (DDBSA) is an alkylbenzene sulfonated derivative used as a surfactant in detergents. Classified in HTS 2904.99.47.00 as a sulfonated aromatic hydrocarbon, whether halogenated or not, covering alkyl chain variants.

2,4-Dinitrotoluene

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Dinonylnaphthalenesulfonic Acid

Dinonylnaphthalenesulfonic acid (DNNSA) is a branched alkyl naphthalene sulfonate used in oil additives and extractants. Falls under HTS 2904.99.47.00 as an aromatic sulfonated hydrocarbon derivative.