2,4,6-Trichlorophenol

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol is a halogenated derivative of phenol with three chlorine substituents, classified under HTS 2908.19.35.00 as it falls within products described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for this category of chlorinated phenols. It is commonly used as an intermediate in pesticide and herbicide synthesis.

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.

3808.93.15.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If when formulated as a herbicide or pesticide

Finished pesticide products containing this compound are classified in Chapter 38 based on end use rather than chemical structure.

2907.19Lower: 15.5% vs 40.5%

If containing additional functional groups beyond halogens

Presence of other substituents like nitro groups shifts classification to different phenol derivative headings.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If when imported as a mixture or solution for specific industrial use

Chemical preparations or mixtures not qualifying as separate compounds fall under Chapter 38 prepared binders.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and provide chemical analysis certificates to confirm classification as a halogenated phenol derivative under Chapter 29

Ensure SDS and proper hazardous material labeling for transport, as it may be regulated under EPA and DOT rules

Avoid misclassification as a pesticide finished product, which would fall under Chapter 38

Related Products under HTS 2908.19.35.00

Pentachlorophenol

Pentachlorophenol is a fully chlorinated phenol derivative with five chlorine atoms, specifically listed under products in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for HTS 2908.19.35.00. Historically used as a wood preservative, it is now primarily an industrial chemical intermediate.

Tetrachlorophenol (2,3,4,6-isomer)

The 2,3,4,6-tetrachlorophenol isomer is a tetra-substituted halogenated phenol derivative included in additional U.S. note 3 products for HTS 2908.19.35.00. Used in specialty chemical manufacturing and as a synthetic intermediate.

2,3,5,6-Tetrachlorophenol

This symmetrical tetrachlorophenol isomer (2,3,5,6-) qualifies under HTS 2908.19.35.00 as a halogen-substituted phenol derivative per additional U.S. note 3. Primarily utilized in flame retardant chemical synthesis.

3,4-Dichlorophenol

3,4-Dichlorophenol contains adjacent chlorine substituents meta/para to the hydroxyl group, fitting HTS 2908.19.35.00 criteria for halogen-only phenol derivatives in additional U.S. note 3. Used in dye intermediate production.

2,4-Dichlorophenol

2,4-Dichlorophenol features two chlorine substituents on the phenol ring, qualifying as a halogen-only derivative under HTS 2908.19.35.00 per additional U.S. note 3 to section VI. It serves as a key intermediate in synthesizing herbicides like 2,4-D.

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol, with chlorine at positions 2,4, and 5, is a defined halogenated phenol derivative captured by additional U.S. note 3 to section VI in HTS 2908.19.35.00. It functions as a precursor in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.