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3-Chlorophenol (m-Chlorophenol) Pharmaceutical Grade

Pharmaceutical grade m-Chlorophenol meets USP/EP purity standards for medicinal use, classified specifically under HTS 2908.19.10.00. It serves as a synthetic intermediate for local anesthetics and antiseptics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+37.5%43%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2932.99Lower: 16.2% vs 43%

If converted to cyclic acetal derivative

Heterocyclic derivatives of phenols classify under heading 2932 per chapter exclusions.

3001.90.01Lower: Free vs 43%

If pre-diluted to medicinal strength

Pharmaceutical preparations exceeding simple solutions fall under Chapter 30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include pharmacopeia compliance certificate and heavy metals analysis (<10 ppm required)

• DEA precursor chemical reporting if used in controlled substance synthesis pathways

• Temperature-controlled shipping required (maintain <25°C to prevent decomposition)