4-Nitroresorcinol from Japan
4-Nitroresorcinol (4-nitro-1,3-benzenediol) is a nitrophenol-alcohol derivative under HTS 2908.99.25.00. This compound serves as an intermediate for hair dyes and pharmaceuticals, with both phenolic OH and nitro functionality.
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
• Cosmetic ingredient declaration needed; comply with FDA color additive regs
• Confirm dihydroxy structure via assay to avoid phenol-alcohol misclassification
• Retail hair dye formulations shift to 3305