Pentachlorophenol (Technical Grade) from Japan
Pentachlorophenol is a heavily halogenated derivative of phenol (heading 2912), historically used as wood preservative. Classified under 2913.00.50.00 as halogenated phenolic compound. Technical grade contains 85-90% active ingredient.
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
• EPA has restricted use; confirm allowable import for specific applications only
• Declare dioxin content (<1 ppm) and provide GC analysis certificate
• Distinguish technical grade from formulations (3808.92) or salts