6-Nitro-o-cresol from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use NMR spectroscopy for isomer confirmation during customs; segregate from excluded ethyl alcohol mixtures
• File for EPA approval if pesticidal intent