2,4-Dichlorophenol
2,4-Dichlorophenol is a halogenated derivative of phenol with two chlorine atoms attached to the benzene ring. It falls under HTS 2908.99.80.00 as a halogenated phenol derivative described in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI, typically covering specific compounds listed for statistical reporting. Commonly used as an intermediate in pesticide and pharmaceutical synthesis.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If when formulated as herbicide like 2,4-D acid
Pesticide preparations containing halogenated phenols classified in Chapter 38.
If monohalogenated simple phenol
Simple halogenated phenols without additional substitutions fall under 2907.
If imported as mixture with solvents
Chemical mixtures not meeting pure compound criteria go to Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify purity and isomer specification matches note 3 listing to avoid reclassification
• Provide chemical analysis certificates (COA) confirming halogenated phenol structure
Related Products under HTS 2908.99.80.00
Pentachlorophenol
Pentachlorophenol is a fully chlorinated derivative of phenol used historically as a wood preservative. Classified under HTS 2908.99.80.00 due to its multiple halogen substitutions making it a complex derivative per chapter notes. Now primarily an industrial chemical intermediate.
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
Trichlorophenol with chlorines at positions 2,4,6 is a key intermediate for fungicides and dyes. Classified in HTS 2908.99.80.00 as a multi-halogenated phenol derivative listed in note 3. The multiple substitutions prevent classification in simpler headings.
Bromoxynil Technical
Bromoxynil (3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxybenzonitrile) is a nitrile-substituted brominated phenol herbicide intermediate. Falls under HTS 2908.99.80.00 as halogenated phenol derivative despite nitrile group, per classification priority rules. Used in agricultural chemical synthesis.
Dinocap Technical (2-(2-methylheptyl)-4,6-dinitrophenyl crotonate)
Dinocap contains a dinitrophenol core esterified with crotonic acid, classified by the phenol parent under chapter note 5(A). HTS 2908.99.80.00 covers this complex nitrated, alkylated phenol derivative. Fungicide intermediate.
4-Hexylresorcinol
4-Hexylresorcinol is an alkyl-substituted dihydroxybenzene (resorcinol derivative) used as antiseptic. Though not halogenated, falls under HTS 2908.99.80.00 per U.S. note 3 listing for specific phenol-alcohol derivatives. Pharmaceutical applications.
2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetic Acid (2,4,5-T)
2,4,5-T contains a trichlorophenoxy group attached to acetic acid, classified with the halogenated phenol parent structure. HTS 2908.99.80.00 per note 3 for such derivatives. Historical herbicide component.