Picric Acid (2,4,6-Trinitrophenol)
Picric acid, chemically 2,4,6-trinitrophenol, qualifies as 'other nitrophenols' under HTS 2908.99.25.00. This explosive yellow compound is used in dyes, antiseptics, and as a primary explosive in munitions manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If prepared as detonators or blasting caps
Safety explosives exclude from Chapter 29; classified by end-use.
If when used as synthetic dye intermediate
Dye coloring matter specifically excluded from Chapter 29 note 2(g).
If in bulk medicinal preparations
Medicinal formulations take precedence over bulk chemicals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ATF explosives permits mandatory; ship as UN 0154 with desensitizing agents if pure
• Wetted with ≥30% water for safe transport per DOT regulations
• Distinguish reagent-grade (2908) from dry explosive charges (3603)
Related Products under HTS 2908.99.25.00
2-Nitrophenol
2-Nitrophenol is a nitrated derivative of phenol featuring a nitro group (-NO2) at the ortho position, making it a classic example of 'other nitrophenols' under HTS 2908.99.25.00. It appears as yellow crystals with a distinct odor and is used primarily as an intermediate in dye, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical synthesis.
4-Nitrophenol
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.
2,4-Dinitrophenol (DNP)
2,4-Dinitrophenol is a dinitrated phenol derivative falling under HTS 2908.99.25.00 as 'other nitrophenols.' This highly toxic yellow compound has historical use as a pesticide and metabolic stimulant, now primarily an intermediate in explosive and dye manufacturing.
2,6-Dinitrophenol
2,6-Dinitrophenol is a symmetrical dinitrophenol isomer classified under HTS 2908.99.25.00. Used in agrochemical synthesis and as a reagent, its dual nitro groups on phenol qualify it as 'other nitrophenols.'
4-Nitroresorcinol
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.
2-Nitro-4-methylphenol
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.