Pentachlorophenol Technical Grade

Pentachlorophenol (ISO) is a halogenated derivative of phenol containing only chlorine substituents, classified under HTS 2908.11.00.00 as a separate chemically defined organic compound. This technical grade version is the pure chemical compound used primarily as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3808.94.10.00Lower: 31.5% vs 40.5%

If when formulated as a pesticide disinfectant

Formulations containing pentachlorophenol as active ingredient for pesticidal use are classified in heading 3808 for insecticides and disinfectants.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If supplied as a chemical preparation or mixture

Mixtures or preparations of pentachlorophenol with other substances fall under heading 3824 as chemical preparations, not pure compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Obtain EPA registration and TSCA certification as pentachlorophenol is a regulated pesticide chemical under US environmental laws

β€’ Provide detailed purity analysis and CAS number (87-86-5) documentation to verify classification as the pure ISO compound

β€’ Avoid misclassification by ensuring no formulation with carriers that would shift to pesticide headings in Chapter 38