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.

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.

2903.69Lower: 13.7% vs 15.5%

If imported as a mixture with solvents for safe transport

Solutions in solvents for safety/transport fall under 2903 per Chapter 29 note (e), provided solvent doesn't confer specific use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 15.5%

If when supplied as a formulated reagent mixture rather than pure compound

Chemical preparations not elsewhere specified in Chapter 29 are classified in 3824, excluding pure compounds of note (a).

2907.19Same rate: 15.5%

If the trifluoromethyl group alters principal function to monophenols

Other halogenated monophenols not specifically provided for may shift to 2907 per relative specificity and Chapter 29 note 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical purity via Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm it meets the exact specification for this HTS subheading

Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper UN shipping papers for hazardous material classification as a flammable liquid

Avoid misclassification as a mixture; ensure documentation proves it's a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 notes