1-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-hydroxybenzene

Also known as 1-(trifluoromethyl)-3-hydroxybenzene, this is the systematic name for 3-Hydroxy-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene, a trifluoromethyl-substituted phenol. Classified under HTS 2908.19.15.00 due to its specific structure as a phenol derivative with only halogen substituents. Used primarily in organic synthesis for fluorinated analogs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇲🇽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.

2908.19.20.00Higher: 40.5% vs 15.5%

If for other trifluoromethylphenol isomers like 2- or 4-substituted

Different positional isomers of hydroxytrifluorotoluenes fall under the broader 'other' provision in 2908.19.20.

2940.00.60.00Higher: 30.8% vs 15.5%

If supplied as a salt form such as the sodium salt

Salts of phenol derivatives are classified with the parent compound per Chapter 29 note 5(C)(1).

2903.59Lower: 13.7% vs 15.5%

If when diluted in water to standard concentration

Aqueous solutions of halogenated compounds qualify under Chapter 29 note (d).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label containers with exact CAS number (402-45-9) and concentration to prevent reclassification as an impure compound

Comply with TSCA import certification requirements for new chemical substances

Test for stabilizer content; additions exceeding Chapter 29 note (f) limits may shift classification