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.

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.

2933.99.97.01Lower: 6.5% vs 15.5%

If further cyclized or modified into heterocyclic derivatives

Heterocyclic compounds with added heteroatoms shift to Chapter 29 subchapter for heterocycles.

3808.94.50Higher: 30% vs 15.5%

If when imported as pesticide intermediate exceeding purity specs

Herbicide intermediates may fall under 3808 if primarily for pesticidal use.

2908.91.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 15.5%

If for salts of this specific compound

Phenol salts with inorganic bases classified with the parent per note 5(C)(1).

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide NMR or GC-MS spectra in documentation to confirm structural identity and purity >98%

Ensure DOT-compliant packaging for Class 3 flammable liquids (flash point ~65°C)

Watch for inadvertent inclusion of anti-dusting agents that could invoke note (g) reclassification