m-Chlorophenol

m-Chlorophenol (3-chlorophenol) is a meta-substituted chlorophenol, specifically listed under HTS 2908.19.10.00 as a derivative containing only halogen substituents. It serves as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and pesticide production.

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.

2908.11.00Same rate: 40.5%

If ortho-chlorophenol isomer

Different positional isomers of chlorophenol have specific subheadings within 2908.11.

2908.91.00Same rate: 40.5%

If contains additional substituents beyond single halogen

Halogenated phenols with other functional groups fall under 'other' derivatives in 2908.91.

2933.39.21Lower: 6.5% vs 40.5%

If imported as quaternary ammonium salt for disinfectant use

Quaternized derivatives function as cationic surfactants, classifying under heading 2933.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify structural isomer (meta position) via NMR spectrum in documentation to distinguish from ortho/para isomers

Comply with REACH registration if transshipping through EU; check US EPA new chemical exclusions

Use UN-approved packaging (Class 8 corrosive) with proper UN 2665 shipping name