4-Nitrophenol from Germany

4-Nitrophenol, or p-nitrophenol, is a para-nitrated phenol derivative classified under HTS 2908.99.25.00 as 'other nitrophenols.' This pale yellow crystalline solid serves as a key reagent in pharmaceutical synthesis (e.g., paracetamol) and as a pH indicator due to its color change properties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Label with CAS number 100-02-7 and ensure >99% purity certification to distinguish from technical grades

Comply with EPA TSCA registration; provide end-use declarations to avoid pesticide-related scrutiny

Watch for dissolution in solvents—if for transport only, remains 2908; specific use formulations may shift to 3824