2,4-Dinitro-o-cresol from China
2,4-Dinitro-o-cresol is a dinitrated derivative of ortho-cresol (2-methylphenol), excluding the 4,6-isomer, used in pesticidal formulations and as a chemical intermediate. Classified under HTS 2908.99.3300 as a nitrated phenol-alcohol per Chapter 29 scope for halogenated/nitrated phenol derivatives. Its two nitro groups on the phenolic ring distinguish it from simpler phenols.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label with exact isomer specification to match subheading exclusion of 4,6-DNOC; ensure no added stabilizers render it specific-use per note (g)
• Conduct stability tests for transport; declare as pure compound to avoid 3824 reclassification