Diphenyl Ether Herbicide Intermediate from Japan
4-Nitrophenyl phenyl ether serves as intermediate for diphenyl ether class herbicides like acifluorfen. Classifies under HTS 2909.30.30.00 as pesticide aromatic ether derivative. High-purity for agrochemical synthesis.
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%
Import Tips
• TSCA premanufacture notice often required; provide synthesis pathway documentation
• Nitro compound requires grounding for static prevention
• Consider drawback programs for re-exported finished herbicides