4-Chlororesorcinol from Japan
4-Chlororesorcinol is a monochlorinated derivative of resorcinol (1,3-dihydroxybenzene) containing only halogen substitution. Classified in HTS 2908.19.60.00 as halogenated phenol-alcohol with no other functional groups. Used in pharmaceutical dye intermediates.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.629.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm dihydric nature via structure; single halogen maintains 2908 classification vs polyfunctional 2915
• Pharma intermediates may qualify for duty-free entry under GSP if from eligible countries