2908.99.90.00/Picric Acid (2,4,6-Trinitrophenol)/Japan

Picric Acid (2,4,6-Trinitrophenol) from Japan

Picric acid is the trinitrated derivative of phenol, historically used as explosive and dye intermediate. Classifies under HTS 2908.99.90.00 as nitrated phenol derivative, 'other'. High explosive potential requires special handling.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• ATF explosives permit required; Class 1.1D explosive declaration; temperature-controlled storage documentation