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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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).
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
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• Test for stabilizer content; additions exceeding Chapter 29 note (f) limits may shift classification
Related Products under HTS 2908.19.15.00
3-Hydroxy-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene
3-Hydroxy-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene is a halogenated derivative of phenol featuring a trifluoromethyl group at the ortho position relative to the hydroxyl. This chemically defined organic compound falls under HTS 2908.19.15.00 as it contains only halogen substituents on the phenol structure. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenol
3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenol is the common trade name for this specific fluorinated phenol derivative listed explicitly in HTS 2908.19.15.00. It features only halogen substitution on the phenol ring, fitting Chapter 29's scope for chemically defined organic compounds. Primarily used as a building block in medicinal chemistry.
m-Trifluoromethylphenol Technical Grade
Technical grade 3-Hydroxy-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene contains minor impurities but remains a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 29 note (a). Specifically provided for in HTS 2908.19.15.00 as a halogen-only substituted phenol derivative. Used in large-scale agrochemical production.