2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol is a halogenated derivative of phenol with three chlorine atoms substituting hydrogen on the aromatic ring. It falls under HTS 2908.19.60.00 as it contains only halogen substituents and is not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the subheading. Commonly used as an intermediate in pesticide and herbicide synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when formulated as herbicide or pesticide
Pesticidal preparations containing halogenated phenols are classified in Chapter 38 based on end use rather than chemical structure.
If containing additional hydroxy groups beyond simple phenol-alcohol
Polyhydric halogenated phenols fall under heading 2907; chapter notes prioritize oxygen function count.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical analysis certificates confirming only halogen substitution on phenol structure to avoid misclassification
• Ensure SDS sheets specify purity levels as impurities may affect classification under chapter 29 notes
• Declare as technical grade if containing stabilizers; retail consumer products may shift to Chapter 38
Related Products under HTS 2908.19.60.00
2,4-Dichlorophenol
2,4-Dichlorophenol features two chlorine atoms ortho and para to the phenolic hydroxyl group, qualifying as a halogen-only substituted phenol derivative. Falls under HTS 2908.19.60.00 as 'other' halogenated phenols. Key intermediate for 2,4-D herbicide production.
Tetrabromophenol A
Tetrabromophenol A (2,4,6-tribromophenol with additional bromination) is a brominated phenol with only halogen substituents. HTS 2908.19.60.00 applies to this 'other' derivative used in flame retardant synthesis. Bromine provides higher flame suppression than chlorine analogs.
2,6-Dibromo-4-chlorophenol
Mixed halogenated phenol with two bromine and one chlorine substituent, meeting 'only halogen substituents' criteria. HTS 2908.19.60.00 covers this mixed-halogen derivative used in specialty polymer flame retardants. Mixed halogens provide tuned reactivity profiles.
Pentafluorophenol
Pentafluorophenol has all five ring hydrogens replaced by fluorine atoms, creating a highly electrophilic phenol derivative. Falls under HTS 2908.19.60.00 as the ultimate 'only halogen' substituted phenol. Used in organofluorine coupling reactions and peptide synthesis.
2,4,6-Tribromophenol
2,4,6-Tribromophenol is a symmetrically brominated phenol derivative used as reactive flame retardant monomer. Classified HTS 2908.19.60.00 for its exclusive halogen substitution pattern. Provides permanent flame retardancy when polymerized into epoxy resins.
4-Fluorophenol
4-Fluorophenol contains a single fluorine substituent para to the hydroxyl group, the simplest monohalogenated phenol. HTS 2908.19.60.00 classification applies as 'other' halogenated phenol derivative. Pharmaceutical intermediate and fluorinated building block.