2,6-Dinitro-o-cresol (DNOC)
2,6-Dinitro-o-cresol (DNOC) is a nitrated derivative of o-cresol, specifically a dinitro-o-cresol excluding 4,6-DNOC, used primarily as an acaricide and insecticide in agriculture. It falls under HTS 2908.99.3300 as a nitrated phenol derivative per Chapter 29 notes for chemically defined organic compounds with nitro groups. These compounds are classified here due to their phenolic structure and nitration, distinct from excluded items like coloring matters.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If formulated as pesticide product for retail or agricultural use
Pesticides containing these compounds as active ingredients are classified in Chapter 38 for insecticides, not pure chemicals in Chapter 29
If not dinitrated, only mononitrated phenols
Mononitrated phenol derivatives fall under 2907, while dinitro specifically under 2908.99.3300 per numerical order rule
If imported as mixture with solvents exceeding transport limits
Solutions beyond Chapter 29 note (e) safety/transport criteria shift to mixtures in 3824
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and impurities per Chapter 29 note (a) to confirm chemical definition; obtain EPA registration for pesticide use
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and TSCA certification; avoid misclassification as mixtures if diluted beyond note (d) limits
Related Products under HTS 2908.99.33.00
2,4-Dinitro-o-cresol
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.
4-Nitro-m-cresol
4-Nitro-m-cresol (4-nitro-3-methylphenol) is a mononitrated meta-cresol derivative used in synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and as a pesticide intermediate. It qualifies for HTS 2908.99.3300 explicitly as listed in the subheading for nitrated phenols other than certain dinitro variants. Chapter 29 notes confirm classification for nitrosated/nitrated phenol derivatives.
6-Nitro-o-cresol
6-Nitro-o-cresol is a nitrated ortho-cresol isomer serving as an intermediate in agrochemical and explosive synthesis. Though not dinitro, it aligns under HTS 2908.99.3300's scope for specified nitrocresols like 4-nitro-m-cresol. Fits Chapter 29 as a chemically defined nitrated phenol derivative.
2-Nitro-o-cresol Technical Grade
Technical grade 2-nitro-o-cresol contains minor impurities but remains a chemically defined nitrated o-cresol for pesticide manufacturing. Classified in HTS 2908.99.3300 as it matches dinitro-o-cresols exclusion criteria and 4-nitro-m-cresol listing. Chapter 29 note (a) allows impurities if chemically defined.