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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unsubstituted or differently nitrated phenols
Unnitrated phenols in 2907; nitration moves to 2908 per heading progression and last numerical order rule
If used as synthetic fluorescent brightener
Chapter exclusion (g) sends coloring matters to Chapter 32, not pure Chapter 29 compounds
If in salt form with inorganic base
Note 5(C)(1) classifies inorganic salts of organic compounds with the organic parent, but specific salts may align differently
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm CAS number (119-33-5) and purity >98% for chemical definition; obtain import permit if for pharma use
• Watch for anti-dusting agents per note (g) that could shift classification
Related Products under HTS 2908.99.33.00
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.
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.
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.