2-Nitro-4-methylphenol from Japan
2-Nitro-4-methylphenol (4-methyl-2-nitrophenol) qualifies as 'other nitrophenols' under HTS 2908.99.25.00. This alkyl-substituted nitrophenol is used in pesticide synthesis and as a synthetic intermediate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare alkyl substitution clearly; avoid classification as cresols (2907)
• Pesticide import notification to EPA required for synthesis use
• Technical mixtures may classify under 3824.99